December Gardening Tips
In December our minds are probably more on preparing for the holidays than working in the garden. If you …
Extension Master Gardener℠ Volunteers
Since 1979, North Carolina Extension Master Gardener℠ Volunteers (EMGVs) have been leaders in this internationally acclaimed program, guiding homeowners in making environmentally sound decisions in their landscapes. Trained by North Carolina State University faculty and staff, EMGVs provide research-based information about gardening and environmental stewardship to individuals and communities across the state. EMGVs engage the community through education and outreach on a wide variety of subjects and through a broad spectrum of projects, all designed to maximize their impact.
Holiday Cacti Provides Color During the Holiday Season
You don’t typically think of cacti blooming at Christmas time, but the Christmas and Thanksgiving cacti offers exotic flowers …
Plant Bulbs This Fall for Spring Flowers
Many of us incorporate spring-flowering bulbs into our landscapes to enjoy seeing the first colors of spring. However, the …
Time to Bring Houseplants Indoors
Usually when we start hearing about cold temperatures around late October, people begin asking when they need to move …
November Gardening Tips
November is now upon us which means soon our minds may be more on preparing for the holiday season, …
Collect Soil Samples Now to Prepare for Next Year
Now is the time to start planning for next year’s garden. The first step in those plans should include …
2023 Fall Bulb Sale
Did you know fall is the time to plant spring-flowering bulbs in your garden? Take advantage of our sale …
Gardenside Chat-Planting a Fall Vegetable Garden
Join Horticulture Agent, Jessica Strickland, and the NC State Extension Master Gardener℠ volunteers of Wayne County for a Gardenside Chat …
Watch Out for Azalea Caterpillars
Have you been finding some colorful caterpillars eating the leaves on your azaleas lately? If so, you could be …
August is Time for Managing Pecan Weevil
As we enter into August, now is the time to start preparing for managing pecan weevils as they will …
August Gardening Tips
The hot summer days of August may make it challenging to find comfortable weather to work in the garden. …
Plant Spotlight: Moss Rose
Having you been looking for a flowering annual that requires little care during these hot summer months? Then the …