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Goldenrod: Fall’s Misunderstood Treasure

***This article was written by Angela Mason Foster, Beaufort County Volunteer Master Gardener***Every fall, fields, roadsides, and gardens across North Carolina blaze with a sea of yellow. The source…

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Sedum: Autumn’s Quiet Star

***This article was written by Angela Mason Foster, Beaufort County Volunteer Extension Master Gardener***When we think of fall gardens, mums and goldenrod often take center stage with their…

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Pollinator Patrol: How You Can Join the Great Southeast Pollinator Census This August

**This article was written by Angela Mason Foster, Extension Master Gardener℠ Volunteer of Beaufort County**August is more than just the dog days of summer—it’s a prime time to observe and protect…

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Create a Summer Water Station for Birds and Bees

***This article was written by Angela Mason Foster, Beaufort County Master Gardener***When we think about summer gardening, most of us instinctively think about watering our vegetables, container…

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The Buzz on Pollinators: Creating a Bee- and Butterfly-Friendly Garden

** Article written by Angela Mason, Extension Master Gardener℠ Volunteer, Beaufort County Center**As gardeners, we often focus on beautiful blooms, lush foliage, and bountiful harvests. However, much…

Flyer for Beaufort County "Growing Garlic at Home" workshop — Oct 19, 2024, 10:00–11:30 a.m., FREE

Growing Garlic at Home

Extension Master Gardener℠ Volunteers of Beaufort County Presents:"Growing Garlic At Home"WHEN: Saturday, October 19, 2024TIME: 10:00 - 11:30 amWHERE: N.C. Cooperative Extension, Beaufort County…

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Carpenter Bees for Pickleball Practice?

One of the joys of my life has been playing sports, in particular lacrosse. While I haven’t had the opportunity to play competitively for some time, I have enjoyed coaching for nearly a decade. Not…