Fall Flowers and Falling Tree Limbs
I know it’s difficult to think about replacing summer annuals, especially if they are still looking so beautiful. However, …
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
Start Your Cool Season Crops
As with summer flowers, some of the summer vegetables may still be growing and producing really well. As the …
Preventing Fall Lawn Diseases
This is the month when lawns start to go dormant for the winter. They will slow down in their …
September, Private Applicator Safety Training
Two free training opportunities are offered below: Private Applicator Safety Training This free training will provide 2.0 hours NCDA&CS Category V, …
Low Potassium and Tree Care
I’ve noticed a lot of trees this year, even crepe myrtles, either have a thinning canopy, smaller leaves, or …
Fall Lawns Still Need Nutrients
The heat of the summer is when lawns do their best growing. When grasses are growing fast, like they …
Cool Season Vegetable Garden Preparation
The days are beginning to get shorter. The temperatures should start cooling off a bit, at least that’s what …
Pollinators Need Your Help Now
Have you wondered if the number of bees and butterflies is dwindling? Would you like to find out for …