Integrated Pest Management
By Kathy Smith, Clay County Master Gardener Volunteer Being blessed with all this rain creates lush growth and all those …
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Broomsedge: The Poor Man’s Grass
Broomsedge (Andropogon Virginius) is a native warm-season perennial bunchgrass commonly found in pastures, hayfields, and roadsides throughout the southeastern …
Raised Bed Salsa Garden Class at Senior Center
The North Carolina Cooperative Extension – Clay County Center recently partnered with the Clay County Senior Center to teach …
Understanding the Risks of Raw Milk: A Public Health Perspective
With raw milk returning to public conversation, it’s important to understand the science, public health data, and concerns surrounding …
Farmers Market Opening Day a Success
The Clay County Farmers Market officially opened for its second season on Thursday, May 8, drawing in a strong …
Getting Started With Raised Bed Gardening
Raised bed gardening is a popular and efficient way to grow vegetables, herbs, and flowers, especially in areas with poor …
May to-Do List
by Eleanor Moyer, Extension Master Gardener℠ Volunteer of Clay County Ready, on your mark, get set—It’s Gardening Season!! Till garden beds, working …
Blooming in the Shadows: Flowers That Thrive Near Black Walnuts
I have a large Black Walnut Tree (Juglans nigra) in my front yard. And although I let the squirrels …
Garden Talk Series
N.C. Cooperative Extension – Clay County Center & Clay County Extension Master Gardeners invite you to dig into gardening …
Starting a Backyard Chicken Flock
As egg prices have increased for several months, many people have considered raising chickens in their backyards. Raising backyard …
Starting Your Own Vegetable Garden
Growing your own vegetables can be a rewarding experience, providing fresh, healthy produce right from your backyard. If you’re …
Fruit Trees: Training and Pruning
Pruning is an essential practice for maintaining the health, productivity, and longevity of fruit trees. Proper pruning encourages a …