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Garden Gratitude: A Thanksgiving Reflection

***This article was written by Angela Mason Foster, Extension Master Gardener℠ Volunteer of Beaufort County***Being that we just recently celebrated Thanksgiving, many of us pause to count our…

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Gardening Myths in Fall & Winter

***This article was written by Angela Mason Foster, Beaufort County Volunteer Master Gardener***Gardening often comes with its fair share of folklore—tips passed down from neighbors, snippets…

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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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Holiday Plants: Myths, Care, and Cultural Roots

***This article was written by Angela Mason Foster, Beaufort County Volunteer Master Gardener***December often invites a different kind of gardening. As outdoor beds rest for the season, the…

Winter Seed Sowing Class

Want to learn more about how to raise your own transplants? The Beaufort County Master Gardener Volunteers are offering a class, free of charge, to learn how to do just that!! This class will be…

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Christmas Trees — Roots in Tradition, Growth in North Carolina

***This article was written by Angela Mason Foster, Extension Master Gardener℠ volunteer of Beaufort County***The arrival of December brings with it one of the most treasured rituals of the season.…

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Pumpkins Beyond Halloween

***This article was written by Angela Mason Foster, Extension Master Gardener℠ volunteer of Beaufort County***By the time the jack-o’-lanterns on your porch start to sag, many of us are ready to…

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The Science of Fall Color

***This article was written by Angela Mason Foster, Extension Master Gardener℠ volunteer of Beaufort County ***Few sights in nature rival the brilliance of fall foliage. A row of maples glowing…

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Native Plants to Plant in Fall

***This article was written by Angela Mason Foster, Beaufort County Master Gardener Volunteer***When most people think of planting season, they picture the bright days of spring. Garden centers brim…

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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…