Poinsettia Care
Euphorbia pulcherrima, also known as the poinsettia, is a significantly important plant for the horticulture industry. Millions of poinsettias …
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Ecological Fall Gardening
Fall is a great time to think about the ecology of your garden. In the past, design and eye …
Dividing Plants
Henderson County will likely see its first fall frost this week. That means that plants in the landscape are …
Catasetum Orchids Through the Year
Catasetum type orchids are a very unique group of orchids. This group contains 4 separate genera Catasetum, Clowesia, Mormodes, …
The Learning Garden
N.C. Cooperative Extension, Henderson County Center has recently seen some upgrades. You may have noticed the new sign out …
Native Seed Saving
Saving seed can be an intimidating task for a beginning gardener. Many seeds have to be preserved in a …
Growing Orchids in WNC
Bulbophyllum is a genus in the family Orchidaceae. It is considered the largest and most diverse genus in the …
Root-Bound Plants
Though we may not see it, plant roots are growing underground. Roots often grow just as much under the …
Saving Squash Seeds
Cucurbita pepo or the summer squash is a herbaceous annual commonly grown in many home gardens. Known for its …
Henderson County Seed Libraries
Looking to start a garden but not sure where to start? Are you a seasoned gardener looking for community …