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January Gardening Tips

As we start a new year, many gardeners begin to dream of warm spring days spent in the garden. …

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January Plant Spotlight - Paperbush

January’s plant spotlight is paperbush (Edgeworthia chrysantha). Paperbush is a deciduous shrub that provides superb winter interest and fragrance. …

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December Gardening Tips

In December, our minds are often more on holiday preparations than garden chores. However, if you need a break …

Red Poinsettia

December Plant Spotlight - Poinsettias

December’s plant spotlight is poinsettias (Euphorbia pulcherrima). Poinsettias are a popular plant during the Christmas holidays. You can find them …

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Time to Bring Houseplants Indoors

Usually, when we start hearing about cold temperatures, people begin asking when they need to bring their houseplants in …

Snapdragons (Antirrhinum majus) are a garden favorite that loves cooler autumn temperatures. Photo Credit: lezumbalaberenjena CC BY-NC-ND 2.0

November Plant Spotlight - Snapdragons

November’s plant spotlight is Snapdragons (Antirrhinum majus). Snapdragons are a garden favorite that loves cooler autumn temperatures. Snapdragons get …

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November Gardening Tips

November is now upon us. Soon our minds may be focused on preparing for the holiday season, but there …

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October Plant Spotlight - American Beautyberry

October’s plant spotlight is American Beautyberry (Callicarpa americana). American beautyberry (Callicarpa americana) is a woody, deciduous, perennial shrub that produces …

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October Gardening Tips

Now that fall weather is upon us, October is a great time to enjoy working in your gardens and …

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4-H Cooking Spin Club

Join us as we learn kitchen techniques, safety, and a lot of recipes for ages 9-12 years. 4-H Cooking SPIN …

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September Gardening Tips

As fall is just around the corner, September is a great time to start prepping your garden for cooler …

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18. Plants Grown in Containers

This Plants Grown in Containers chapter from the Extension Gardener Handbook teaches gardeners about selecting …

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North Carolina Production Guide for Smaller Orchard Plantings

North Carolina’s climate and soils are well suited to grow many types tree fruits. This …

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2026 Pest Control for Professional Turfgrass Managers

This annual guide supplies information concerning pesticides that can be used for controlling pests in …

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Downy Mildew of Bedding Plants

Downy mildew is a disease caused by fungal-like organisms that can affect a wide variety …

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Minimizing Risks of Soil Contaminants in Urban Gardens

This publication alerts prospective gardeners to some of the most common contaminants in urban soils, …

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Postemergence Herbicides Registered for Use on Woody Ornamentals

This table presents information on postemergence herbicides registered for use on woody ornamentals.

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Fresh Market Tomato Production in Eastern North Carolina

Tomato is a warm-season crop that, when managed using appropriate production practices, can reach first …

Lettuce Production in North Carolina

This publication focuses on the production and harvest of head lettuce, one of the most …