Native Green June Beetles on the East Coast
You may have seen a large Green June Beetle Cotinus nitida flying around or feeding on some soft, fleshy fruit …
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.
Stressed Out Grass
As I drive around the area, I notice that there are a lot of lawns that are turning gray …
Spider Mites and Crispy Leaves
Ornamental trees and shrubs usually have a deeper root system than turf or vegetables. These deeper roots should help them …
Drought Stressed Vegetables and Fruit
The extreme heat and dry weather have been terrible for my garden. The tomatoes stopped producing fruit, even though …
June Insects in the Garden
There are a whole host of insects that might be found on trees and shrubs at this time of …
Caterpillars and Moths in the Garden
Some caterpillars turn into moths and while some are pretty to look at, it helps to know which pretty …
Chinch Bugs and St. Augustine Lawns
If you have a St. Augustine lawn, you may want to take a really close look at the grass …
Vegetable Container Gardening
With food costs rising these days, it might be worth planting a few vegetables in a garden, the landscape, …
Setting Flower Buds for Next Year
If you haven’t already taken the time to prune those azaleas that flowered so beautifully in April, now is …
Spring Lawncare and Mower Tips
I’ve heard lots of lawn mowers in the neighborhood the last couple of weeks, which is a good sign …
Reshaping Azaleas After Flowering
In another video of Extension Gardener on the Crystal Coast, Shawn Banks, discusses how to reshape azaleas that have …
Local U-Pick Strawberries
If you’re anticipating filling a basket full of freshly picked red berries, you’ll be happy to know strawberry season …