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The Great Pumpkin Search
With the coming of fall, many of us will go on a search for that perfect pumpkin. It could be used for autumn decoration, a jack-o-lantern or even pumpkin … MORE » – from
Burke County CenterPosted: 9/25/13 4-H Now Taking Orders for Fall Plant Sale
Rowan County 4-H is now taking orders for their annual Fall Plant Sale. Varieties available include: blueberries – Brightwell, Climax and Premier; blackberries – Navaho and Ouachita; raspberries – … MORE » – from Rowan County CenterPosted: 9/25/13 Pumpkins for carving and cooking
Fall is officially here. Pumpkins are ripening in fields and will be picked soon, then transformed into spooky jack-o-lanterns by trick-or-treaters or delicious pie for holiday dinners. Pumpkins are … MORE » – from Caldwell County CenterPosted: 9/24/13 What Is The Dark Mold Looking Substance In My Lawn?
Have you ever seen an unusual mold or slime growing on your mulch or lawn? The description of this odd curiosity varies among people. Some say it looks like … MORE » – from Sampson County CenterPosted: 9/24/13 
Vegetables You Can Plant For Fall
September is prime time to set out transplants of cabbage, kale, collards, broccoli, and cauliflower, a group of crops collectively known as the cole crops. If you have tried … MORE » – from Pender County CenterPosted: 9/23/13 
When Does Large Patch Begin?
Large patch is the most damaging disease of centipede lawns in eastern North Carolina. It can occur in St. Augustine, zoysia, and sometimes Bermuda. Excessive nitrogen fertility, improper mowing, … MORE » – from Pitt County CenterPosted: 9/23/13 
Nationally recognized garden writer and speaker Felder Rushing at the Currituck Extension Center
Does your garden get you frazzled? Are you overwhelmed by all the gotta do’s? Nationally recognized garden writer and speaker Felder Rushing has the answers. He will be speaking … MORE » – from Currituck County CenterPosted: 9/19/13 Celebrate with 4-H!
Autumn is a special season and this year seems to be no exception. There is much to celebrate within Caldwell 4-H, and leadership and opportunity seem to be our … MORE » – from Caldwell County CenterPosted: 9/19/13 Trendsetting Landscapes
How often have you been told that you should never judge a book by its cover? Well, in the gardening community you can often tell a lot about a … MORE » – from Caldwell County CenterPosted: 9/19/13 Composting– An Easy Way to Improve Your Garden
Fall is right around the corner. As the leaves begin to fall, consider using them to start a compost pile. Making compost at home is easy and inexpensive. Adding … MORE » – from Caldwell County CenterPosted: 9/19/13 Pumpkin Production Workshop Announced
The Caldwell County Cooperative Extension Service will hold a pumpkin and winter squash production workshop on Wednesday, October 2 from 12:30 to 4:30 pm at the Caldwell County Public … MORE » – from Caldwell County CenterPosted: 9/18/13 Time for Those Fall Gardening Chores
Many gardeners would agree that the wet spring and summer has created some difficult situations in the landscape. Right now most people’s gardens are done or winding down and … MORE » – from Wilkes County CenterPosted: 9/18/13 Question: What Winter Weeds Should I Be Concerned About?
Answer: Be on the lookout for annual and perennial weeds beginning to make their appearance. Some of the most common winter weeds are common chickweed (Stellaria media), mouseear chickweed … MORE » – from Sampson County CenterPosted: 9/17/13 
Sweet Potato History-Did You Know?
Central Americans were raising sweet potatoes when Christopher Columbus..... – from Granville County CenterPosted: 9/17/13 You're on page 2
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