Time to Bring Houseplants Indoors
Usually when we start hearing about cold temperatures around late October, people begin asking when they need to bring …
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.
Become an Extension Master Gardener Volunteer!
Do you have an interest in learning more about gardening? Would you like to meet and share with other …
Backyard Composting
As we clean up our gardens and landscapes this fall, there is probably a lot of yard waste that …
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. …
Gardenside Chats With Extension Master Gardener Volunteers
Join the Extension Master Gardener℠ volunteers in Wayne County for Gardenside Chats at the Wayne Extension Demo Gardens (next …
Watermelon Week at Farm Credit Farmers Market: August 5-7
Nothing says summer like watermelons. Watermelons are often a must at our summer cookouts and are a wonderful treat …
Four Complete the Extension Master Gardener Training in Wayne County
On June 24, four people completed the 2021 Extension Master Gardener℠ volunteer training for Wayne County. The Extension Master …
Tomato Week at Farm Credit Farmers Market July 22-24
Many of us know there’s nothing better than a fresh tomato sandwich on a hot, summer day. Tomatoes are …
Cucumber Week at Farm Credit Farmers Market July 15-17th
Cucumbers are now in season around Wayne County! Many of us look forward to cool, crisp, fresh cucumbers during …
Extension Master Gardener Volunteers Award Two Scholarships
The Extension Master Gardener℠ Volunteer Association of Wayne County recently presented $500 college scholarships to two Wayne County students. Natalia Garcia, …