The Flowering Poinsettia & Its Care
Original Author – Dr. Brian Whipker N.C. State Extension History of the Poinsettia The poinsettia has a long history of cultivation …
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Essential Winter Chores for Your Garden and Landscape
Winter is an excellent time to prep those garden spaces for spring planting and to perform routine maintenance in …
Planting Spring Bulbs in November
Taken from article written by Jessica Strickland, Wayne County Extension agent. Many of us incorporate spring-flowering bulbs into our …
Managing Aphids in the Home Garden
Article pulled from Extension note created by Extension Master Gardener℠ Volunteer of Pamlico County Lori Gaskins. Aphids are tiny insects that …
Handling Flooding and Storm Damage in the Landscape
(Taken from online article written by Dr. Lucy Bradley, NC State Extension Horticulture Specialist) With the passing of tropical storms …
Fire Ants (Solenopsis Invicta)
Insect Note by Teresa Casey, Extension Master Gardener℠, Pamlico County Center Description Red Imported Fire Ants (Solenopsis invicta) inhabit all …
Time to Manage Pecan Weevils
(Taken from an article written by Jessica Strickland, Extension Agent Wayne County, NC) Time to Manage Pecan Weevils August through September …
Fall Collards – It’s Time to Plant!
If you haven’t made plans to plant your fall collards, now is the time to start that process. Collards …
Why Are My Trees or Shrubs Dying?
“Why are my plants dying” is a very common question that I receive through the Extension office. Over the …
Moisture Brings Mosquitoes
With an increase in summertime precipitation, residents should not be surprised to see an increase in biting insects. Biting …
Soil Moisture and Crops Needs
Rising temperatures this week have increased crop demand for water, especially with corn in various reproductive stages and some …
How to Spot and Control Squash Bugs in Your Garden
(Adapted from an article originally written by Jessica Strickland Wayne CES) A Common Pest for a Popular Crop Squash is a …