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Hammerhead Worm (Bipalium kewense) Picture from Matt Bertone NCSU

Aliens Among Us?

Some things that you see in horticulture just don’t seem natural…sometimes they almost seem like they are alien! Have you …

The Angel Oak's massive branches reach nearly 100 feet from the trunk of the tree. Photo: Charlotte Fox

The Angel Oak

I had the opportunity to travel to Charleston, South Carolina a few weeks back to attend a meeting with …

Deadly Nightshade

Gardener Beware

To a plant guy like me, plants are always pretty cool. Plants are energy producers in that they can …

Various Herbicides

There's an "Icide" for That!

This time of year, with every passing warm day, a hot topic has been spraying herbicides on home lawns. I …

Cover photo for Got Boxwoods, Have Problems?

Got Boxwoods, Have Problems?

I’ve been in and out of town the last few weeks with conferences, workshops, and training. While I am …

Cover photo for Urban Trees

Urban Trees

Urban trees have a tough row to hoe! Imagine, if you will, living in starvation for most of your …

Cover photo for What Is My Favorite Season?

What Is My Favorite Season?

My youngest daughter, Willa Grace (6), asked me what my favorite season is this week. I really had to …

Picking and Keeping Pumpkins

It seems like it is finally fall! These cool nights and moderate temperature days feel so good. This is …

Cover photo for Geophytes

Geophytes

What in the wide world of horticulture is a geophyte? Well, I didn’t know to be honest. As I was …

Non-astringent Persimmon

What Is This Orange Fruit?

I am teaching an Extension Master Gardener℠ training series right now at the Beaufort County Center. This is where …

Cover photo for 2022 Holiday Wreath Sale

2022 Holiday Wreath Sale

It’s time for our yearly Holiday Wreath sale! Please see the link below to print and fill out the …

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Take-All Root Rot in Turf

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Spring Dead Spot in Turf

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Pythium Root Rot in Turf

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Fairy Ring in Turf

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12. Native Plants

This native plants chapter of the Extension Gardener Handbook defines the term native, why gardeners …

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