Summer Deadheading Encourages Growth
Now that the heat has set in, it’s easy to forget to go outside to take care of annuals …
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Drainage is Essential Hurricane Season or Not
Garden pots, gutters, storm drains and culverts all have something in common. The answer is drainage. Garden pots need …
Garden Safety and Summer Hydration
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Don't Get Dragged Down
For everything we do, there are consequences for our actions. All actions can potentially have positive reactions, negative reactions, …
Coastal NC Landscape Plant Dos and Don'ts
As with any area, proper plant selection along our beaches and barrier islands is very important. The publication, Native …
Landscape for Life Virtual Class
Class is full! Names and email addresses are currently being taken for the waitlist. When: The class will be held …
Rainwater Harvesting at Home
Pre-made, unpainted, rain barrels are available at N.C. Cooperative Extension’s Onslow County office, located at 4024 Richlands Hwy. The …
Compost, How Much is Needed for Your Garden Bed?
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Cleaning and Revitalizing Your Garden Tools
Your garden tools are probably in need of some attention after their last season of use so we’ll look …
Registration Open for FREE NC 4-H Summer CAMP OUT! 2020
REGISTER FOR THE CAMP OUT! Registration closes on June 12. Click to view the schedule and session descriptions Registration closes on June …
Fresh Food Resources in Carteret County!
Fresh produce can be hard to come by if you don’t know who to reach out to. Carteret along …
Selecting a Garden Site
Thinking about gardening for the first time or just want to figure out what to do better in your …
Carteret County Food Resources
During this time of uncertainty, some people may need to utilize different food resources that they’ve never had to …
April Gardening Calendar
Spring is here! Plants and shrubs are blooming so we’ve gathered some gardening to-do’s for your landscape. Lawn Care Bermudagrass and …
Useful Resources for Farmers During Covid-19 Pandemic
Many opportunities are available to assist farmers and even personal households of farmers. Here are just a few. Financial Aid …
Stress Relief Resources
Due to the uncertainty of the world right now, our work and home lives may feel more stressful and/or …
Water Resources Education - Two Live Webinars
Water Resources Education is offering TWO live webinars, each of which will last for approximately 1-hour. Feel free to …
Natural Charcoal? Who Knew!
As you dig around in your yard, you may come across what looks like charred wood. It may, in …
One Less Thing to Worry About...
The Governor’s Executive Order 124, issued March 31, 2020, prohibits all end-user providers of residential electric, natural gas, water, …
April 1 Census Day - Be Counted!
By this date, every home will receive an invitation to participate in the 2020 Census. You can respond one …
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