The North Carolina Botanical Garden is a conservation garden. Our guiding mission is to inspire understanding, appreciation, and conservation of plants and to advance a sustainable relationship between people and nature.

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NCBG part of $946,000 grant to study fire management of Venus flytraps

The grant, which supports a partnership between Kansas State University, Duke University, and the North Carolina Botanical Garden, is part of an award from the US National Science Foundation and…

Up Now: Sculpture in the Garden

The 36th annual Sculpture in the Garden opened on Sunday, September 15 and runs until Sunday, December 8. Sculpture in the Garden unites the work of local artists with the…

Bill authorizing Venus Flytrap license plate signed into law

Update, 9/3/2024: The Home of the Venus Flytrap license plate is now available to order from the NCDMV! Get the printable PDF and instructions on our Venus Flytrap License Plate…

Don't get caught without one!

Home of the Venus Flytrap License Plate

North Carolinians have a new specialty license plate to choose from at the DMV! Order it today by mailing in a paper application; online ordering through NCDMV is coming soon.
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The North Carolina Botanical Garden Foundation is the non-profit membership organization that supports the North Carolina Botanical Garden. When you become a member of the Foundation, you support the Garden’s conservation mission and enjoy a suite of member benefits.