The North Carolina Nursery & Landscape Association, Inc. (NCNLA) is committed to recognizing and supporting future horticulture industry leaders that thrive in educational programs and embody promising potential for the future.
NCNLA's Scholarship Program identifies and rewards these horticulture students who exemplify scholastic aptitude, positive attitude and industry potential.
NCNLA currently offers two annual scholarship programs:
- Larry D. Edwards Memorial Scholarship - The Larry D. Edwards Memorial Scholarship was created in 2016 in memory of the founder of Turtle Creek Nursery in Davidson, NC. This opportunity is for students enrolled in 2 or 4-year horticulture programs in North Carolina to receive education financial assistance.
- Robert Cagle Memorial Scholarship - The Robert Cagle Memorial Scholarship was established in 2016 in memory of the founder of Greenthumb Nursery in Ether, NC. The Cagle Scholarship is awarded to 2 or 4-year students in North Carolina who have earned the Certified Young Plant Professional certification.
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