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Invasive Plant BOLO: Japanese Stiltgrass
Microstegium vimineum (Japanese stiltgrass) This invasive sprawling annual grass is a huge issue across WNC. Known as a voracious seeder …
July 11th: NC Landscape Contractor Pro Day
We hope to see you at this year’s NC Landscape Contractor Pro Day! Join us as we offer a …
Invasive Plant BOLO: Oriental Bittersweet
Celastrus orbiculatus (Oriental bittersweet) This invasive deciduous woody vine was introduced to the United States from Southeast Asia in the 1860’s …
North Carolina Landscape Contractor: Online Webinar June 5th!
Join us for an online workshop to help fulfill your NC Landscape Contractor Business credit requirement! See information below …
Invasive Plant Management: Forming a Game Plan After Helene
Invasive plants are defined as being non-native in the ecosystem they are found in, and their introduction can cause …
April Ornamental Highlight: Epimedium (Bishop's Hat)
A wonderful addition to your shade garden, Bishop’s Hat adorns delicate, airy raceme flower heads that can be yellow, …
Granulate Ambrosia Beetle: Pest Alert
Granulate ambrosia beetles are a common pest in nursery and landscape trees throughout the Southeast. Introduced in the early …
Helene Forestry Recovery Workshop- March 21st, 2025
Forest landowners suffered a tremendous loss of investment when Hurricane Helene leveled 822,000 acres of forestland. Many have been …
Chainsaw Safety Workshop: Thursday January 30th
Join us for a free and informative chainsaw safety workshop! This 3-hour workshop will focus on safety principles around …
Chainsaw Safety Workshop- November 22nd
Register online! Join us for a chainsaw safety workshop designed for beginners to help safely remove debris and fallen trees. …
Chainsaw Safety Tips
Operating a chainsaw to help remove debris in the aftermath of Helene can be dangerous, especially for those that …