What Is Pruning?
Pruning is the removal of plant parts to improve form and growth of plants. The reasons for pruning include: …
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How to Care for Your Christmas Tree
Tis the season to be jolly and to take care of your Christmas tree. Now that you are surely …
Holiday Houseplants
Houseplants are wonderful gifts during any season to give as they provide beautiful colors indoors and many can be …
Fall Gardening Tips
Fall Gardening Tips The following are questions that are often asked during the year. When can I prune my azaleas? If …
Governor's Volunteer Service Award
Nominations are now being accepted for the 2025 Governor’s Volunteer Service Award. The awards program, created by the Office of …
Landscape Professionals December Credit Class
Please join us as we welcome Dr. Joe Neal, Professor of Weed Science and Extension Specialist, Department of Horticultural …
Growing Muscadine Grapes in the Home Garden
Muscadine grapes are well adapted to the Piedmont and Coastal Plain of NC, where temperatures rarely fall below 10 …
Franklin County Enduring Farmer Award
The 2024 Franklin County Enduring Farmer Award is sponsored by Franklin County Advisory Board. The Award was approved by the …
Pet Owners Cautioned Against Feeding B&B Pet Food Products
Pet owners cautioned against feeding B&B pet food products due to animal food safety concerns RALEIGH – Agriculture Commissioner Steve …
Growing Cucumbers in the Home Garden
Cucumbers are a member of the Cucurbitaceae family, which includes squash and melons. There are two types of cucumbers …
Nationwide Recall on Diamond Shruumz-Brand Products
Troxler warns against consuming Diamond Shruumz-brand products Chocolate bars, cones and gummies part of nationwide recall after 78 people became …
Fall 2024 Extension Gardener Classes
Join the Franklin County Center for Fall Extension Gardener Classes. Classes will take place 3:30-5:30 p.m. at the following …