Island Life NC

Coastal NC Lifestyle Magazine | September Issue

Home & Garden

Master Gardenerâ„  Volunteer Association Plant Sale

Join us at the New Hanover County Arboretum for our 39th Annual Plant Sale! Open from April 16 to 19, you can shop a huge inventory of over 8,000 high-quality plants grown on-site by our Extension Master Gardenerâ„  volunteers and local growers. Whether you are looking for annuals, perennials, herbs/veggies, azaleas, Japanese Maples, native plants, or shrubs, we have something … [Read more...] about Master Gardenerâ„  Volunteer Association Plant Sale

Starting a Vegetable Garden

Having your own vegetable garden is a great way to get outside, save a bit of money, and eat a little healthier. Overall, it's a win for everyone. We've got all the vegetable gardening tips you’ll need to plan, prepare, plant, and maintain a successful garden. Planting a single tomato plant could yield over 10 lbs. of tomatoes each year. Adding herbs to your garden can save you … [Read more...] about Starting a Vegetable Garden

Planning A Spring Garden

If you’re getting antsy to put on your gardening gloves and get out in the yard, here’s a guide to planning and preparing your Spring garden. If you’re new to gardening, you may think the growing season doesn’t begin until April or May. But that’s not true — you can start planting seeds much earlier. In fact, you should! If you start the right crops now, you’ll likely be … [Read more...] about Planning A Spring Garden

Gardening with Native Plants of the South by Sally Wasowski

In today’s South, where fine gardening is a tradition, many homeowners and professional gardeners are discovering a vast “new” palette of plant materials—native plants. They are realizing that these native wildflowers, trees, shrubs, groundcovers, vines, and grasses are far better suited, and therefore easier to grow and maintain, than most of the imported plants that populate … [Read more...] about Gardening with Native Plants of the South by Sally Wasowski

Carolinas Gardener’s Handbook

The Carolinas Gardener’s Handbook is your one-stop source for all your questions about gardening in the Carolinas! Creating a flowerbed that draws admiring looks from passersby, complementing the look of your home with a beautiful landscape, and harvesting your very own homegrown edibles fresh from the garden does not happen by chance. No matter where in the Carolinas you … [Read more...] about Carolinas Gardener’s Handbook

Gardening in the South

Here's a fabulous book for learning all about... you guessed it Gardening In The South! A gardener’s plant choice and garden style are inextricably linked to the place they call home. In order to grow a flourishing garden, every gardener must know the specifics of their region’s climate, soil, and geography. Gardening in the South is comprehensive, enthusiastic, and … [Read more...] about Gardening in the South

Perennial Blooms for Your Garden

It's time to get cracking with that spring garden, and as we always say, why work harder than you have to? These perennials will last for years with some low-level maintenance. Adding some pops of color to your landscape will make you feel like you've been transported to a magical garden. Cranesbill Growing 6 to 24 inches tall, Geranium, or cranesbill, looks as good in … [Read more...] about Perennial Blooms for Your Garden

Camellia Club Show And Sale

Spend a fun day at the beautiful New Hanover County Arboretum at the Tidewater Camellia Club's Camellia festival and Sale on Saturday February 28, 2026 Admission to this family friendly event is FREE!   Tidewater Camellia Club's Show & Sale is Saturday February 28, 2026 at the New Hanover County Arboretum, 6206 Oleander Drive, Wilmington, NC. FREE … [Read more...] about Camellia Club Show And Sale

CRAFT: Painted Mason Jars

Here's a fun way to decorate for Valentine's Day (or just if you like pink) that's not too overboard! If you've got any old mason jars, with just a few items you can make your home or office charmingly festive. You'll need: 3-5 Mason Jars, varying sizes if possible. Twine or jute string Acrylic Paint (white and color of choice) Paint Brush Sandpaper Paper … [Read more...] about CRAFT: Painted Mason Jars

NC Artist: Ivey Hayes

When you think about vibrant colors, scenes of the North Carolina coast, and melodic jazz rhythms, you think about beloved artist Ivey Hayes. Ivey Hayes is perhaps one of the most prolific and most well-loved North Carolina artists of his time. His simplistic way of capturing the rustic scenes of his youth bring back a sense of nostalgia and fondness for life in the … [Read more...] about NC Artist: Ivey Hayes

The Island Art Of Miller Pope

Miller Pope was born and raised in South Carolina but ventured north after World War II.  After a successful career as a professional artist and illustrator in New York, he headed back south landing in Ocean Isle Beach where he pursued art for art's sake creating numerous works depicting the beaches and wildlife of North Carolina's barrier islands.These local beach prints … [Read more...] about The Island Art Of Miller Pope

Southport Christmas Tour of Homes

Southport Historical Society’s Annual Holiday Tour of Homes is scheduled for 11am-5pm on Saturday December 13th Part of the annual Southport’s Winterfest Festival, the Holiday Home Tour has been sponsored by the Southport Historical Society since 2000. Due to the generosity of the community members that open their homes, the Home Tour Committee, and SHS docents, the … [Read more...] about Southport Christmas Tour of Homes

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