What Should I Do (and Not Do) in My Yard This Fall?
Pruning, leaves, pollinator gardens, and lawn care tips for the Piedmont. As the days get shorter and the leaves start …
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Extension Master Gardeners Host Final Community Event of the Season: Tomato Blast
The Extension Master Gardener Volunteers of Caldwell County invite the public to join them for one last celebration of …
The Invasive Duo: Spotted Lanternfly and Tree-of-Heaven
By now, you’ve likely heard that spotted lanternfly (SLF) has been found in Caldwell County, but what comes next …
When It Rains, It Erodes: Protecting Your Soil
After a heavy rain, it’s not uncommon to see standing water, washed-out mulch, or muddy runoff streaking across your …
Raised Bed Gardening: A Simple Way to Grow Smarter, Not Harder
Have you noticed your garden not yielding like it used to? Struggling with pest issues or tired of wrestling …
Earth & Arbor Day Community Celebration Set for Saturday, April 19th, 2025
Bring the whole family out for a fun, flavorful, and educational celebration of Earth Day and Arbor Day at …
Beneath the Snow: A Hidden Benefit for Your Plants
As Caldwell County recently transformed into a winter wonderland, you might be wondering how snow affects your garden and …
2025 Winter Seed-Sowing Workshop
Caldwell County Extension and Master Gardeners Host Third Annual Winter Seed-Sowing Workshop The Caldwell County Center of the North Carolina …
2025 Foothills Winter Landscapers Meeting- Sign Up Now!
The 2025 Foothills Winter Landscapers Meeting on Thursday, January 23, at the J.E. Broyhill Center offers a full day …
To Prune or Not to Prune: A Gardener’s Fall Dilemma
As autumn fades and winter approaches, gardeners often wonder: Is now the right time to prune? Timing matters, and …
Pruning Calendar for Caldwell County
Plants Remarks JANUARY Shade Trees: oak, hickory, beech, black gum, poplar, sycamore, ginkgo, etc. * (Bleeder trees include: birch, dogwood, elm, maple, & styrax) Prune …
Prepare Your Garden and Landscape for Winter with These Tips
As the temperatures drop and the days grow shorter, it’s time to prepare your garden and landscape for the …