THE BLUFFS ON THE CAPE FEAR BLOG

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Wonderful things happen here among the high bluffs and sun dappled woodlands. Stay up to date about life at The Bluffs here on our blog where we share stories, real estate news, and more.

Folktales, Legends and Mysteries of North Carolina: Maco Light

By brandyjones|2023-07-27T16:01:15+00:00July 27, 2023|

North Carolina has a rich tradition of folklore, and it encompasses a variety of magical legends and unexplained natural phenomena – and today we’ll explore one that is in our backyards here at The Bluffs NC. The Maco Light is a true North Carolina legend. For those unfamiliar with the [...]

Gardening: July Checklist

By brandyjones|2023-07-27T16:01:36+00:00July 27, 2023|

With warm evenings, extended daylight hours and consistently high temperature, your July garden is thriving and you are likely enjoying fresh tomatoes, peppers, cucumbers and other bounty. The challenges you face now are keeping plants watered deeply and free of pests or disease. See our ideas below to help ensure [...]

Gardening: June Checklist

By brandyjones|2023-06-26T15:53:59+00:00June 26, 2023|

With June bringing consistently warmer temperatures and the arrival of summer, new life is springing up everywhere. Outdoor planting is in full swing, and some plants are even reaching harvest time. Check out our June Garden checklist for things you can do in this month to help produce a rewarding [...]

Folktales, Legends and Mysteries of North Carolina: Seneca Guns

By brandyjones|2023-06-26T15:36:07+00:00June 26, 2023|

North Carolina has a rich tradition of folklore, and it encompasses a variety of magical legends and unexplained natural phenomena – from fairies and Bigfoot in the mountains to mermaids in the Cape Fear and mysterious booms heard off the coast. We can’t be sure if anyone knows the real [...]

Summer Fun in Wilmington, NC

By brandyjones|2023-05-29T17:57:19+00:00May 29, 2023|

Wilmington, NC offers year-round entertainment and attractions, but summertime is when this beautiful area really shines. Wilmington’s proximity to the coast makes it the perfect place for summer fun. Below are some area highlights to enjoy, whether the weather is cooperating or not. The Beach. An obvious choice, and for [...]

Gardening: May Checklist

By brandyjones|2023-05-29T15:59:42+00:00May 29, 2023|

May is here and gardens are coming alive, this is a thrilling and busy month for gardeners. Planting season is in full swing, seedlings are popping, blooms are flourishing and some cool-season crops are ready for picking. Check out our May Garden checklist for things you can do in this [...]