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    McMillan Greenhouse CLOSED


    The Greenhouse is currently closed to the public while we replace our heating systems. The outdoor Gardens remain open daily from sunrise to sunset.

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    Remembering Dr. Larry Mellichamp


    Director Emeritus of the UNC Charlotte Botanical Gardens

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    Now open for viewing

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    THE POLLY ROGERS MEMORIAL SENSORY GARDEN


    Now open to the public every day from sunrise to sunset.

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    VIRTUAL EVENTS AND RESOURCES


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    VIRTUAL TOUR


    For desktops only- join us for a virtual tour of the Gardens.



  • THE GRAPE


    Used for wine and raisins for millennia, grapes have an incredible history.

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    ASIAN GARDEN


    This collection is an American interpretation of Asian traditions from various nations.

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PLEASE NOTE: The Greenhouse is currently CLOSED to the public due to emergency pipe repairs. The Outdoor Gardens are open every day from sunrise to sunset.

Our mission is to inspire a love for plants and nature through programming, classes, and botanical displays.

Whether you are looking for a relaxing stroll through a beautiful setting, studying plants and want to learn more, or you are simply new to the area and wonder what variety of plants this climate can support, our gardens and staff are here to help. 

GPS Address: 9090 Craver Road Charlotte, NC 28262
botanicalgardens@uncc.edu

Mailed correspondence should be sent to:

Jeff Gillman
McMillan Greenhouse
UNC Charlotte
9201 University Blvd.
Charlotte, NC 28223

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Our mission is to inspire a love for plants and nature through programming, classes, and botanical displays.

Whether you are looking for a relaxing stroll through a beautiful setting, studying plants and want to learn more, or you are simply new to the area and wonder what variety of plants this climate can support, our gardens and staff are here to help.

GPS Address: 9090 Craver Road Charlotte, NC 28262
botanicalgardens@uncc.edu

Mailed correspondence should be sent to:

Jeff Gillman
McMillan Greenhouse
UNC Charlotte
9201 University Blvd.
Charlotte, NC 28223

Directions

For more information about visiting the Gardens, see: Directions and Parking

Susie Harwood

The Susie Harwood Garden features native and non-native plants that grow well within the Carolina Piedmont to inspire your own garden at home. With new hardscaping and several different gardening styles featured, this garden offers a variety of approaches for a Carolina garden.

Visit Susie Harwood Site
Harwood Garden Map

The Glen

The Van Landingham Glen is a woodland section of the gardens holds a collection of rhododendrons and native plants of the Carolinas. The gardens are located on the campus of The University of North Carolina in Charlotte, and were founded by Dr. Herbert Hechenbleikner in 1966. See more…

Van Landingham Glen Site
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When are you open to the public?

The outdoor gardens are open and available for visitors during daylight hours.

The Greenhouse is open:

  • Monday –  Saturday, 9:00 am—4:00 pm
  • Sundays – 1:00—4:00 pm.
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News

Sharing the loss of Dr. Larry Mellichamp

October 14, 2022 by Christen Hoover
It is with a heavy heart that I announce the passing of our Director Emeritus of the UNC Charlotte Botanical Gardens, Dr. Thomas […]

Congratulations Spring 2022 CNPS Graduates

June 06, 2022 by Christen Hoover
On June 5, 2022, we celebrated the Spring 2022 graduates of our Certificate in Native Plant Studies program. This year’s […]

New Garden Trail Opened May 21, 2022

June 06, 2022 by Christen Hoover
The UNC Charlotte Botanical Gardens, Center for the Study of the New South, Urban Institute and UrbanCORE were proud to officially open […]
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