Winter 2023 Arboretum Adult Education Classes
The Adult Education series at the Arboretum at Tanglewood Park will resume in January 2023. Our winter classes will be …
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 in January & February 2023!
We are excited to resume our Forks on Friday education series this winter with classes in January and February 2023. Bring …
Winter Is a Great Time for Garden Tool Care
Most gardeners have a favorite tool, it’s probably one that they reach for most frequently when out in the …
2023 Gardening Events at the Arboretum at Tanglewood
We are looking forward to another year of outstanding programs at the Arboretum at Tanglewood Park in 2023! We …
Add Flowering Bulbs in Your Garden This Fall
Fall is a great time to add flowering bulbs to your garden. Flowers that bloom early in the spring, …
Plant. Grow. Cook. Sweet Potatoes - North Carolina's "Dirt Candy"
It’s sweet potato season, don’t miss this opportunity to learn more about how to enjoy nature’s “dirt candy”! Join N.C. …
Join Us at Lewisville Library to Learn About Dividing Plants
Come to the Lewisville Branch on Thursday, Oct. 13 at 10 a.m. to learn some tips on how to …
How Do I Divide Perennial Plants in My Garden?
In reference to gardening with perennials, you may have heard the adage “first they sleep, then they creep, then …
Establishing a New Lawn in the Piedmont
When planning a new lawn, careful consideration must be made on the site itself and then selecting the type …
Care for Established Lawns in the Piedmont
With an establish lawn it is important to understand the type or types of grass that are present. The …
Lunch & Learn About Gardening at Forks on Friday 2022!
Join us during fall 2022 for our Forks on Friday lecture series! Forks on Friday is where garden forks meet …
Join Us for Fall Adult Education Classes at the Arboretum at Tanglewood Park!
We invite you to join us this fall for our Adult Education series at the Arboretum at Tanglewood Park. …
Self-Paced, Online Plant ID Classes Beginning March 21!
NC Extension Gardener is pleased to be partnering with Longwood Gardens, one of the premier botanical gardens in the …
Eco Tower Educator Workshops
Educators are welcome to join us for an hands-on exploration of ecology concepts that can be used for engaging …
Getting Dirty in Your Garden - Extension Master Gardener Radio Show and Podcast - Interview of Byron Schermerhorn
Charles Murphy, Extension Master Gardener℠ volunteer from Durham County interviews Byron Schermerhorn, a wildlife habitat certified consultant. Listen to …
Holiday Cacti - What's the Difference?
In terms of plants, the holidays often bring to mind images of Fraser fir and poinsettias. Many of us …
Have You Seen Tropical Spiderwort?
Tropical spiderwort (Commelina benghalensis), a noxious weed, has been found in several landscape beds in Raleigh. See a fact …