Garden Chores in April
VEGETABLES *Wait several days following a rain to work or turn the soil. *When planning the vegetable garden, Avoid planting related …
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Last Frost in the Garden?
A 70 degree day in March or April does not mean it’s time to plant tomatoes! We are not …
Got Questions about Your Garden? Call Us!
NC State Extension Master GardenerSM volunteers are available to help diagnose and answer questions about your garden and landscape …
Plant Sale Save the Date
Mark your calendar and get ready for the 2025 Spring Fling Plant Sale, sponsored by the NC State Extension …
Garden Chores in March
VEGETABLES Mulch garlic and asparagus well to prevent early competing weeds from invading the beds. Early- to mid-March plant English and …
Free Streambank Repair Workshops Offered in February
Attendees will learn how to protect and improve the natural environment of streams by stabilizing a streambank. NC State …
2025 School Garden Grants Application Period Opens February 3
Do you know a school that would benefit from a monetary grant and hands-on support from the Extension Master …
Garden Chores in February
VEGETABLES * Check your seed supply before ordering more. Seeds more than a couple of years old should probably be …
Garden Chores in January
VEGETABLES * Bare soil in the garden can erode and give way to winter weeds. Several inches of leaves, preferably …
Houseplant Winter Care
This time of year houseplants can be struggling with the typical indoor environment; low light, low humidity and either …
Holiday Trees & Garden Greenery
PURCHASING A LIVE TREE? Live Christmas trees (with a root ball) often do not survive or grow well following holiday time …
Holiday Plant Care 101
The Poinsettia, the most notable traditional holiday plant, can be found in red, pink, gold, white and a variety …