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 …
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.
Join Us for "Forks on Friday" Gardening Classes in February and March
N.C. Cooperative Extension, Forsyth County Center, returns in 2024 with more “Forks on Friday” gardening classes. We hope to …
The Blooming Pages Book Club Resumes in January 2024
We are looking forward to continuing our Blooming Pages Book Club in 2024. The book club is offered through a partnership …
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 …
Join Us in Kernersville for a Gardening Book Club!
N.C. Cooperative Extension is partnering with the Paddison Memorial Branch of the Forsyth County Public Library to offer a …
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, …
Forks on Friday Gardening Classes Return This Fall!
Forks on Friday is returning in fall of 2023! N.C. Cooperative Extension, Forsyth County Center, is excited to offer …
Arboretum Adult Education Summer 2023 Classes
Our Arboretum Adult Education series returns with summer classes to help you improve your knowledge and skills in the …
What Do I Do About Powdery Mildew in My Garden?
Late in the summer is a common time to find powdery mildew in the garden. Powdery mildew is a …
What's in Bloom Provides Community Education & Engagement
Gardeners contact us at Extension all the time to ask for assistance with plant identification. N.C. Cooperative Extension is …
Join Us for a Global Celebration of 'World Therapeutic Horticulture Day' on May 18!
Join us for a global celebration of ‘World Therapeutic Horticulture Day’ on the 18th of May. The day is …
Now Accepting Applications for the Forsyth County Extension Master Gardener Volunteer Program
N.C. Cooperative Extension, Forsyth County Center, is now accepting applications for the 2023 Extension Master Gardener Volunteer Initial Training …
October USDA Webinars About Insurance for Small Diversified Farms
Join the USDA Risk Management Agency (RMA) for virtual workshops covering the ins and outs of the Whole Farm …
Register Now! Plant ID Classes Begin October 10th
This fall, we will be holding four of our popular online Plant ID classes offered in partnership with Longwood Gardens! …
Register Now for Summer Plant ID Classes!
Join us for two plant ID classes this summer, offered in partnership with Longwood Gardens! The classes run from …
‘Hatching’ Butterflies Instead of Chicks When HPAI Cancelled 4-H Embryology
When 4-H Embryology was cancelled due to Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza on April 5, 2022, Liz Driscoll, 4-H Horticulture …