The Root of the Problem: Prionus Longhorn Beetles in Blueberries
Prionus longhorn beetles, notably Prionus laticollis, Prionus imbricornis, and Prionus californicus (Coleoptera: Cerambycidae), pose significant challenges in agricultural and …
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.
Early Summer 2024 Snapshots From Extension’s Pollinator Paradise Garden
In late 2008, I planted a demonstration pollinator garden at Chatham Mills to provide forage from early spring to late fall for …
Late Spring 2024 Snapshots From Extension’s Pollinator Paradise Garden
In late 2008, I planted a demonstration pollinator garden at Chatham Mills to provide forage from early spring to late fall for …
View Recording of CCP Firefly Webinar
Chatham Conservation Partnership (CCP) conducted a webinar on Fireflies and Other Glowing Insects on July 18, 2024, and we …
The Plant Toolbox Is Your Houseplant Headquarters
Indoor gardeners can find more of their favorite plants in the Extension Horticulture Plant Toolbox. Across the US, interest …
Master Gardener Volunteers Design Art Garden for Orchard Park
By Deborah Pilkington, Master Gardener℠ Volunteer of Durham County Located in Orchard Park near downtown Durham, (1000 S. Duke Street), …
Durham County Cooperative Extension Earns Service Enterprise Certification
N.C. Cooperative Extension of Durham County is pleased to announce that it has been certified by Points of Light, …
Join Us for Our Virtual Agriculture Open House!
Thursday, April 22, 2021 7–8 p.m. Register online Spend an hour with us on Earth Day and learn about Cooperative Extension’s expanded …
2021 Bull City Gardener Learning Series - Live and Virtual Events!
Ready to get growing? Come learn research-based, sustainable gardening practices with N.C. Cooperative Extension, Durham County Center. The Bull …
Shiitake Mushroom Log Workshops
Learn how to grow shiitake mushrooms in your own backyard! We’ll teach you how to prepare and inoculate your …
Extension Master Gardener Program Accepting Applicants for 2021 Training
Looking for a way to up your gardening game and give back to the community? The Extension Master Gardener℠ …
What's That Bug? Leaf-Footed Bugs in the Garden
This article was originally posted by former Durham County Horticulture Agent Michelle Wallace on the Extension Master Gardener℠ Volunteers …
Grafting to Create a Healthier Tomato Plant
Tomato grafting is a great way for gardeners to grow their favorite tomatoes on rootstock that is resistant to …
Pruning for Healthier, More Productive Tomatoes
It might seem counterintuitive, but regular pruning is a great way to give your tomato plants the best start …
Now's the Perfect Time to Test Your Soil!
Healthy soil is the foundation of successful gardening. While there is plenty you can know by learning the basics …
Snags, Tree Cookies, and Lean-tos: Things You Can Do To Help Reptiles and Amphibians in Your Yard
By Wendy Diaz, Extension Master Gardener℠ volunteer in Durham County This article was originally posted on the Extension Master Gardener℠ …
Your Tomatoes Need Your Support!
They may look small and sweet now, but don’t let your tomato plants fool you. Without proper support, tomatoes …