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Extension Master Gardener℠ Volunteers

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Master Gardener Plant Festival and Plant Sale

Saturday, April 18th, 10 am - 2 pm. 1314Two events give Durham gardeners a dependable way to learn, explore, and bring home plants that thrive.Whether you’re preparing your first patio garden or…

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Calling Plant 911: Understanding Cold Injuries and Caring for Plants After Extreme Weather Hits

A version of this article, written by Melinda Heigel, Extension Master GardenerSM volunteer of Durham County, was originally published on the Extension Master Gardener of Durham County blog on…

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Hattie Meadows Gardening School

Come along as we learn from local teachers and experts all about how to help your garden grow. We’ll explore a variety of topics, including soil health, seed starting, garden design, native plants,…

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Join Us August 19! Cool Season Maintenance of NC Food Crops

Join us for a Lunch & Learn Webinar: Cool Season Maintenance of NC Food Crops – a practical, info-packed session designed for growers, educators, and those who are participating in or advocating…

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Join us! Spring Plant Festival - Saturday, March 22

Join Us on Saturday, March 22nd from 10am to 12pm for a kick off to the gardening season with our Extension Master Gardener Volunteer 2025 Plant Festival. This event is for all ages! Learn about…

Briggs Garden Fall Festival September 7th 10 am - 2 pm

Briggs Ave Community Garden to Host 2024 Fall Festival on September 7th

The Briggs Ave Community Garden is excited to announce its annual Fall Festival, set to take place on Saturday, September 7th, from 10 am to 2 pm. This year’s festival promises to be a fun-filled day…

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Join Us for the Great Southeast Pollinator Census 8/3 and 8/24

This post is based off content developed by Amanda Wilkins, Extension Agent, Lee County Center.Join us as the Extension Office (721 Foster St, Durham, NC) to participate in the Great Southeast…

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2024 Report to the Community

N.C. Cooperative Extension shared its 2024 Report to the Community - Celebrating Community at a special Open House event and breakfast on May 1, 2024. The Report shares concrete results and data from…

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Learn More About Becoming an Extension Master Gardener Volunteer!

The Extension Master Gardener℠ Volunteer Program of Durham County conducts a training program once every two years for those who want to become a Extension Master Gardener℠ volunteer program of…