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"Crack" shows a crack that was running vertically along the trunk approximately 12' long and an inch to two inches wide. Photo by Gene Fox.

Can You Help Me With My Tree?

My tree looks like it is dying and I am worried about it falling on my house. Can you help me with my tree?This is actually a frequent question that I receive in the extension office. Trees decline…

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Pepper X: The Evolution of Heat in the World’s Hottest Peppers

(This article was written by Angela Mason Foster, Extension Master Gardener℠ Volunteer)Pepper X: The Evolution of Heat in the World’s Hottest PeppersFrom sweet bell peppers to the searing Carolina…

Turf and Ornamental Update - Upcoming Pesticide Classes

This event has been RESCHEDULED for 2/27. Please see the updated flier below. If you were registered, you are automatically registered for 2/27, no need to reregister. If you haven't registered,…

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Winter Seed Sowing in Milk Jugs: A Gardener's Guide to Early Starts and Resilient Plants

(This article was written by Angela Mason Foster, Extension Master Gardener Volunteer)As the days grow shorter and colder, many gardeners may feel it’s time to put gardening on hold. But winter…

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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 it done early this season. It was just something to look forward to…

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How to Grow a Thanksgiving Garden: Fresh Produce for Your Holiday Table

Article written by Angela Mason Foster, Extension Master Gardener VolunteerThanksgiving is a celebration of abundance, often centered around a table filled with seasonal produce. While most people…

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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 busy preparing their gardens for the coming spring. One of…

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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 lecture by Doug Tallamy, a renowned entomologist and conservationist,…

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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 boost yields. However, there is a growing concern over the contamination of compost with…

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Fall Pruning

I have begun to see all of the pruning debris on the side of the road as I drive to and from the office. This serves as an indicator that it is time to warn you not to prune your shrubs just yet.In…