Can You Recommend an Easy-to-Grow Herb Plant?
There are several herbs that you can grow in the landscape. Most of these would fall into the annual …
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.
How to Care for Your Poinsettia?
I was in Wal-Mart last week picking up gifts a few last minute things for a Christmas party. While …
Ever-Greenery
Topics for articles can get really scarce this time of year! I was talking with my wife at lunch …
What Do Cypress Trees Have to Do With Culpepper Virginia?
My family and I took a really quick trip to Culpepper, Virginia last weekend. Such is typically the case …
Thanksgiving or Christmas Cacti: What Is the Difference & How to Force Rebloom
The Christmas cactus is a traditional and very festive gift this time of year. We browse by them in …
My Trees Are Turning Brown
I’ve had several calls come in over the past three weeks concerning Arborvitae (Thuja sp.) and/or Leyland cypress (x …
Frost, What to Do
Well it has happened, we got our first frost! We are in November! As things begin to slow down there …
Going Batty for Bat Week?
Did you know that we have an International Bat Week? Well, we do and it’s this week (October 24-31)! Bats …
Propagating Blueberry Bushes
A great question came in this week about propagating blueberries! First, what is propagation? The North Carolina Extension Gardener Handbook …
When Can You Eat Pears?
My youngest daughter catches the bus every morning over in Smallwood. While we don’t live in Smallwood, we are very …
How to Pick and Keep the Perfect Pumpkin!
It seems like it is finally fall! My family and I visited Stokes Family Farm in Greenville this past …
Have You Ever Had a Pomegranate Martini?
We don’t get to do this very often but one of the things my family loves to do is …
Celebrate National Cherry Day
National Cherry Day is celebrated on July 16, making it the perfect summertime celebration! There are more than 1,000 …
National Strawberry Sundae Day
July 7th is National Strawberry Sundae Day! Each year on this day, folks combine vanilla or strawberry ice cream, …
MOOOre Milk, Please!
The days are heating up, and that means more time outside. Whether gardening, enjoying a day at the beach, …
June Is National Dairy Month
National Dairy Month started out as National Milk Month in 1937 as a way to promote drinking milk. It …
Spring Into ... Blueberries!
Blueberries are low in fat and sodium, have just 80 calories per cup and contain a category of phytonutrients called …
Spring Into... Greens!
I believe Mother Nature knows Spring is here! The weather is getting consistently warmer and I’ve already seen some …
Celebrate Cinco De Mayo
Cinco de Mayo, which is Spanish for “Fifth of May”, is an annual celebration many look forward to! Traditionally, it …
Spring Into --- Asparagus!
Have you ever grown asparagus? It’s a pretty intense process. An asparagus crown is planted about 12” deep in …
March is National Nutrition Month
National Nutrition Month® is an annual campaign created by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. During the month of …
Celebrate the Luck of the Irish Without Guilt!
St. Patrick’s Day is celebrated annually on March 17. This is the anniversary of St. Patrick’s death and the …
Creamy or Crunchy?
Do you prefer your peanut butter creamy or crunchy is the question. YES to both is the answer! There’s nothing …
Celebrate a Nutty Holiday!
When it’s cold outside and the days are dark and dreary, there’s nothing like a surprise holiday to brighten …