Fertilize and Prune Trees and Shrubs
March is a good time to fertilize trees and shrubs. The warmer temperatures mean the sap is beginning 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.
Winter Weed Control and Pets
I’ve seen the winter weeds blooming in lawns as I drive by, meaning chemical lawn weed control is still …
Spring Planting and Plant Selection Workshop
Whether you have shade or full sun there are plants that can be used to add color to the …
Soil Sample Testing for Garden Prep
Have you ever taken a soil sample for testing before or has it been years since you’ve done one? If …
Making Seed Mats to Maximize Garden Space
This workshop will help you space those small seeds in the garden perfectly so they have room to grow …
Annual Spring Plant Sale!
Spring is in the air, and that means it’s time to get to planting. The Extension Master Gardener℠ Volunteer …
Pruning Larger Limbs Safely
Take a look at this episode of Extension Gardener on the Crystal Coast video series, as Shawn Banks discusses how to …
Warmer Temps and Flowering Weeds
On warm days, with temperatures of 55 degrees, weeds will be growing and getting ready to produce flowers, if …
Starting Seeds and Pruning Trees
Fruit trees, grape vines, and blueberries can and should be pruned this month. Pruning on these plants allows for …
Tree Limb Care and Repair
All joking aside, most of our native trees and shrubs are used to this kind of up and down …
2024 Master Gardener Training
We are now accepting applications for the 2024 Master Gardener℠ Training Class. For an application or more info, email shawn_banks@ncsu.edu …
Pruning for Pollinators
Take a look at this episode of Extension Gardener on the Crystal Coast video series, as Shawn Banks discusses …
Crape Myrtle Aphids
Crape myrtles are among the most commonly planted trees in the Southeast. The two main pests are crape myrtle …
Scout for Twospotted Spider Mites
Twospotted spider mites are probably the most common spider mite species to damage ornamental plants, fruits, vegetables, and others. Twospotted …
Wax Scales Hatching on Many Common Host Plants
There are a couple species of wax scales (Ceroplastes spp.) in North Carolina. Common ones include Indian wax scale …
Tulip Tree Aphids and Scales Feeding and Dropping Honeydew
Tulip trees (Liriodendron tulipifera) have two primary pests both of which produce honeydew and both of which are actively …
Eastern Tent Caterpillars
Eastern tent caterpillars are common native insects that create silk webs or ‘tents’ in the branch crotches of some …