Edgeworthia Brightens the Winter Landscape
Thanks to the hard work and good ideas of our Extension Master Gardener℠ volunteers in Craven County, there’s something flowering at the …
Extension Master Gardener℠ Volunteers
Since 1979, North Carolina Extension Master Gardener℠ Volunteers (EMGVs) have been leaders in this internationally acclaimed program, guiding homeowners in making environmentally sound decisions in their landscapes. Trained by North Carolina State University faculty and staff, EMGVs provide research-based information about gardening and environmental stewardship to individuals and communities across the state. EMGVs engage the community through education and outreach on a wide variety of subjects and through a broad spectrum of projects, all designed to maximize their impact.
21st Annual Eastern NC Landscape Conference and Tradeshow
Call the N.C. Cooperative Extension of Wilson County office for more information. Tuesday, February 5, 2019 Nash Community Center, Brown Auditorium 522 N. Old Carriage …
Rave Reviews for the NC Extension Gardener Handbook
The NC Extension Gardener Handbook, published on April Fools day 2018, has sold 2,366 hard copies, 27 e-books, and …
Cultural Practices for Reducing Pine Beetle Damage
Last week’s article concluded with a brief reference to pine beetles. I suggested that preventative insecticide sprays are not …
Camellias in January
Here in Eastern North Carolina, early January is a time of transition for our sasanqua and japonica camellias. Sasanquas …
Craven County Master Gardener Class of 2018
The Extension Master Gardener℠ Volunteer Association of Craven County recently held a luncheon to welcome our 2018 class of …
Fall Snapshots From Extension’s Pollinator Paradise Garden
Photos by Debbie Roos, N.C. Cooperative Extension of Chatham County In late 2008, I planted a demonstration pollinator garden at Chatham …
Research Seeking Volunteers to Share Experiences With Food Supply & Food Systems After Hurricane Florence
A disruption to the food systems such as a natural disaster creates challenges for families and communities. Yet, there …
Summer Snapshots From Extension’s Pollinator Paradise Garden
Photos by Debbie Roos, N.C. Cooperative Extension of Chatham County In late 2008, I planted a demonstration pollinator garden at Chatham …