When and How Do I Get a Soil Sample?
We live in a great state that provides free soil testing most of the year! In North Carolina, soil …
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.
Winter Seed Sowing Class
Join our Master Gardeners for a Winter Seed Sowing class! More information is available in the flyer below. Please register …
Christmas Greenery
I am writing this before I head to the mountains this week to pick up our Christmas Wreaths for …
How Do I Take Care of My Christmas Tree?
Christmas is right around the corner! My family traditionally decorates for Christmas the weekend after Thanksgiving but we got …
How to Grow a Thanksgiving Garden: Fresh Produce for Your Holiday Table
Article written by Angela Mason Foster, Extension Master Gardener Volunteer Thanksgiving is a celebration of abundance, often centered around a …
Protect Your Garden: Organic Vole Control for Fall and Winter
(Written by Angela Mason Foster, Extension Master Gardener℠ Volunteer) As the fall season arrives, gardeners in Eastern North Carolina are …
Restoring Balance: The Ecological and Practical Benefits of Planting Native Species
(This article was written by Angela Mason Foster, Extension Master Gardener Volunteer) Recently, I had the opportunity to attend a …
Leave Your Fall Landscaping Behind: Supporting Wildlife Over the Winter
(This article was written by Angela Mason Foster, Extension Master Gardener Volunteer) As the days shorten and temperatures drop, many …
The Hidden Danger in Your Garden: Aminopyralids in Compost
As gardeners, we trust that compost is a safe, natural way to enrich our soil, improve plant health, and …
Fall Pruning
I have begun to see all of the pruning debris on the side of the road as I drive …
Grow Your Own Garlic: A Simple Solution to Imported Garlic in Eastern North Carolina
Garlic is a staple in kitchens around the world, known for its robust flavor and health benefits. However, what …
Did These White Things Kill My Roses?
Tis the season! This is the time of year when we start seeing a number of cool things in …