Welcome to one of North Carolina’s fastest-growing communities! Our Johnston County Lawn & Garden program is your local resource for cultivating home landscapes. Whether you're a seasoned gardener, a new homeowner tackling lawn weeds, or someone looking to control common pests, we provide advice, educational resources, and research-based solutions. From ornamental flower beds to backyard vegetable gardens, our educational resources are designed to support all your horticultural endeavors.
Growing Success in Johnston County
Our mission is to bridge the gap between North Carolina State University’s research and your backyard. We provide the tools and information you need to cultivate healthy landscapes, sustainable gardens, and vibrant communities.
Learn about the Extension Master Gardener℠ Program and how to become one.
Visit the EMGV WebsiteNC State Extension Master Gardener volunteers are improving horticulture in Johnston County, NC.
Browse PublicationsInstructions on why to test your soil, what it can tell you, and when soil samples need to be submitted.
How to successfully and properly submit a soil sample.Cool Connections is a resource page with a variety of topics.
Need resources?Get an overview of what and how you can be a part of the Clayton Community Garden.
Want to know more?This gardening class is located at the Clayton Community Garden. It is designed to train new or skilled gardeners proven techniques for local growing conditions and any challenges they may be facing.
Learn moreExtension Master Gardener℠ Volunteers (EMGV) provide unbiased, research-based information that empowers residents to cultivate healthy gardens, landscapes, and ecosystems through safe, effective, and sustainable gardening practices.
Visit the EMGV Website