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Four Master Gardeners posing in insect masks at a Pollinator Census event

Learn More About Becoming an Extension Master Gardener Volunteer!

Ready to grow and share your love of gardening? The Extension Master Gardener program connects volunteers with a network of enthusiastic gardeners, research-based information, and so many ways to…

Bumblebee feeding on a purple bee balm (Monarda) flower

Join the 2026 Great Southeast Pollinator Census (8/22)

Join us as the Extension Office (721 Foster St, Durham, NC) to participate in the Great Southeast Pollinator Census! The Extension Master Gardener℠ volunteers of Durham County and community partners…

Red-tinged elongated leaves with prominent veins on a branching plant

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…

Gardening school banner including pictures of tomato, Hattie Meadows, and native plants

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,…

brick walkway through lawn and two rows of trees

Join Us for the 2026 Durham Landscape Seminar!

9am to 12pm, Thursday, February 26, 2026N.C. Cooperative Extension, Durham County CenterCarl D. Hodges Conference Room721 Foster Street, Durham, NC 27701Register Online via Eventbrite Join us to…

Young cabbage plants in rows partially submerged by floodwater

Disaster Risk Management Training for Farmers

Disaster Risk Management Training - Central NC:Two-Part Workshop Series to Support Producers Across Central North CarolinaFarmers across North Carolina’s Piedmont region will have the opportunity…

volunteers planting a tree in the city

Become a Tree Keeper!

“A tree is our most intimate contact with nature.” As part a mission to preserve and create an equitable and resilient tree canopy in Durham, Keep Durham Beautiful and the city of Durham rely on Tree…

Clusters of bright purple beautyberry fruits along stems among green leaves

Fall Native Plant Sale (9/25)

Thursday, September 254 - 6pmDurham County Cooperative Extension | 721 Foster St, Durham, NC 27701RSVP BY CLICKING HEREPlease RSVP so we can know roughly how many people to expect. Join us for our…

Seedling trays of basil and tomato plants with white labels reading "Black Cherry"

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…

Six pesticide and insecticide containers labeled with insect-prohibition symbols

Pesticide Collection Day - Wednesday, October 16

North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, in cooperation with the N.C. Cooperative Extension – Durham County Center, will be offering a Pesticide Collection Day for residents in…