Registration Is Open for Gardens, Lawns and Landscapes
The new online courses from Extension Gardener are a fantastic opportunity for anyone interested in gardening! We are pleased …
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.
Spring Chores in the Pollinator Garden
Around late February things start kicking into high gear in Cooperative Extension’s Pollinator Paradise Demonstration Garden. Usually I have taken …
Challenging the Conventional Wisdom About Praying Mantids
Folks of all ages delight in finding praying mantids in the garden. These charismatic predators are large and easy …
Provide Nesting Habitat for Native Bees Through Plant Stems in Your Garden
By the time springtime rolls around many folks are itching to get back into their gardens and start cleaning …
Growers: Start Scouting in February for the Allium Leafminer
Last spring some growers in the North Carolina piedmont noticed unusual problems with their allium crops, primarily bulb onions, …
Join Us in Kernersville at Gardening for Everyone Classes
Whether you are new to gardening or have been growing for a while, there’s always something to learn. This …
Forsyth County Volunteers Share Information at Farmers Markets
According to the 2022 NC Farmers Market Census, over 6 million people visited farmers markets across the state in …
Youth Education at the Arboretum Reinforces Science Standards
According to the NC Department of Public Instruction, in the 2022-23 school year, 38% of Forsyth County students were …
Volunteers Grow Produce to Feed Forsyth County Community
According to Feeding America, almost 40,000 adults and 19,280 children in Forsyth County are food insecure (2022). In order …
Join Us in Lewisville to Learn About Managing Insects in Your Garden
Insects are a challenge in any yard. While some are pests, many others are helpful creatures to have in …
Blooming Pages Book Club to Meet at Paddison Memorial Library
The Blooming Pages Book Club is a book club focused on gardening related books. The book club is offered through …
Upcoming Gardening Classes at the Arboretum at Tanglewood Park
We hope to see you at our summer 2024 classes in the Arboretum Adult Education series. Join us in …
You Can Grow Seeds Outdoors This Winter - Learn How!
Winter sowing is an option for gardeners who want to grow plants from seeds but lack indoor growing space. …
Learn About Gardening This Winter at the Arboretum at Tanglewood
The Adult Education series at the Arboretum at Tanglewood Park continues this winter with exciting classes in January and …
Soil Testing Kits Available in the Demonstration Garden
Do you need soil testing kits? Currently, community members can pick up a soil testing kit outside our office …
Join Us for Gardening Classes in Fall 2023!
We are excited to announce our fall classes in the Arboretum Adult Education series. Our Arboretum Adult Education classes …
Fall Plant Sale Is Coming Up in Forsyth County
The Extension Master Gardener℠ Volunteer Association of Forsyth County is excited to announce their 2023 fall plant sale! Saturday, September 16, …