Wayne Co. Extension Master Gardeners Donate Handbooks to Local Libraries
The Extension Master Gardener℠ Volunteers of Wayne County donated hard copies of the North Carolina Extension Gardener Handbook to …
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.
Dealing With Pesky Fire Ants
It has been nice to finally have rain over the past few weeks. We usually see fire ant mounds …
Peach Week at the Farmers Market July 8th and 9th
Sweet, juicy peaches in North Carolina are a symbol of summertime! North Carolina’s peach industry is unique in that …
Smart Watering in the Garden
In the hot summer month of July, we are often focused on watering to keep our plants in the …
Rethinking Daylilies
During the summer, daylilies (Hemerocallis) can be found in bloom throughout the area. Often times daylilies have been called …
How to Change Hydrangea Color
Hydrangeas are a popular flowering shrub in the landscape with showy flowers in late spring through early summer. Hydrangeas …
Lookout for Squash Bugs
Squash is a popular summer vegetable we often try to grow in our gardens. However, one challenge when growing …
2022 Monthly Gardening Series at Wayne County Public Library
Join us for a monthly gardening class series at the Wayne County Public Library (1001 E. Ash Street, Goldsboro). …
Master Gardner's Day at the Farmers Market
Visit with Extension Master Gardeners as they share their gardening knowledge! Garden topics will include: * How to Test Your Soil * * …
May Gardening Tips
May is here and our gardens are coming alive. Below are some tips for what you can do in your …
Solving Moss Problems in the Lawn
Often time people find areas of moss growing in their lawn and ask what they can do to eliminate …
How to Repot a Houseplant
Many people have houseplants in the home or office to make an indoor area more pleasant and attractive. Eventually …