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How to test soil Consistently reliable results can only be obtained by submitting samples to a soil-testing laboratory. The North …
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Dear Clientele: We continue to work with county and state health officials, as well as NC State and N.C. A&T …
No Longer Accepting Plant Orders
N.C. Cooperative Extension of Mitchell County is NO longer accepting plant orders. Thank you for your interest in and support …
2020 Apple Disease Update: Silver / Green Tip
Below you will find a link for an article by Dr. Sara Villani, Extension Specialist (Apple and Ornamental Plant Pathology …
Blueberry Pruning With Dr. Bill Cline: a Video
Enjoy this 22-minute video of a hands-on blueberry pruning workshop with Dr. Bill Cline: Hands-On Blueberry Pruning Workshop, North …
#Plants Do That
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How Will Dying Honeybees Affect My Life?
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The Bees of North Carolina
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2020 Winter Extension Gardener Newsletter Available Now!
With information on: Crevice gardens Alabama croton Kale—easy to grow and nutritious Wildlife-friendly landscapes Tree identification tools and a wealth of timely, region-specific information …
First and Last Frost Dates
Managing frost in the garden Calculate average first & last frost dates NC’s First Frost and Freeze Climatology Follow the links above …
Celebrate Native Plants Week in North Carolina
Governor Roy Cooper has declared October 21-27, 2019 Native Plants Week in North Carolina! The timing is perfect to celebrate …
Have a Gardening Question?
If you’re a North Carolina resident with a question about your garden, lawn, or landscape we can help. Submit …
2021 – NC State Extension Gardener Travel Study Adventure to Spain
THE GARDENS OF CATALONIA, APRIL 7-14, 2021 This trip has enough people registered that it is a definite go, but there are …
Taking Care of Storm Damaged Trees
Storm Damaged Trees in the Landscape Many trees are damaged or killed by Hurricanes. Use this guide in reviewing options and …
Managing Flooded Landscapes
High winds, storm surge, and flooding can devastate your garden and landscape. Safety first- check for downed electrical wires and …
Managing Storm and Disaster Damage in Landscapes and Nurseries
Check out this great new publication by Dr. Anthony LeBude and others. Managing Storm and Disaster Damage in Landscapes …
Garden Flooded? What to Toss? What to Cook? DO NOT EAT ANYTHING RAW!
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Webinar: Impact of Flood Water on Vegetable Garden Produce and Soil
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