February Is Time to Prune Roses
Rose bushes typically break dormancy in late February or early March, depending on winter temperatures. Because January and February …
Shawn Banks
County Extension Director & Extension Agent, Agriculture - Horticulture Carteret County Centershawn_banks@ncsu.eduStreet Address: 303 College Cir
Morehead City, NC 28557
Morehead City, NC 28557
Mailing Address: 303 College Cir
Morehead City, NC 28557
Morehead City, NC 28557
Job Description As the County Extension Director I manage the office budget and personnel. I also have responsibilities in Agriculture which include being the Extension Master Gardener Volunteer Coordinator, Pesticide Coordinator and Horticulture agent to name a few of my responsibilities.
Recent Posts by Shawn Banks
Cold Temperatures and Your Plants
A common question during winter when we are expecting temperatures to really dip into the freezing range, like they …
It's Time to Plant Spring Vegetables
It’s nearly time to start planting the spring vegetable garden. If you are interested in planting a vegetable garden …
Mums, Pansies and Violas Brighten the Landscape
Mums, pansies and violas seem to be everywhere right now. Mums only bloom for about a week or two …
Winter Weeds, Spraying, and Soil Samples
Our lawns, like the trees and shrubs, should be going dormant. First the growth will slow down, which should …
Trees and Shrubs Prep for Cooler Temps
November is the month we have one of the best holidays of the year—Thanksgiving. What better time is there …
Update on Native Garden at NCSU CMAST Building
Here’s the latest update on the native plant garden installation at the NC State University CMAST building on the …
University of Mount Olive AgPrime Grant Program Up to $10,000
The University of Mount Olive Lois G. Britt Agribusiness Center is pleased to announce a new round of funding of the UMO …