Addressing Aquatic Weeds in Your Pond
As the fourth of July closes in and warm temperatures have finally appeared, homeowners look out at their ponds …
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How to Manage Carolina Geranium
Geranium carolinianum A native of the east coast Carolina Geranium is a shorter plant that has small white blooms. It …
Understanding a Pesticide Label- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
PPE is required when applying or preparing a pesticide for use. Some of you may be asking, what is …
Weed ID- Dollarweed
Hydrocotyle umbellata Common in moist soils Dollarweed is a native plant that does well in damp wet conditions. This weed …
Weed ID- Violet Woodsorrel
Oxalis violacea A native of Eastern North America oxalis violacea has bright purple flowers and shallowly notched leaves. It is …
Weed Identification- Yellow Woodsorrel
Oxalis stricta Yellow Woodsorrel is a common pasture weed that also appears in home landscapes. You can identify it by …
What Is Centipede Grass?
Eremochloa ophiuroides Centipede grass is a brighter green color than Tall Fescue and prefers acidic soils. It can be an …
Do You Have White Clover?
Trifolium repens White Clover is a common weed in turf. While unsightly in lawns it is a very valuable forage …
Weed Identification – Red Sorrel
Rumex acetosella Red Sorrel is a weed that is easily recognized by its spade like leaves and small red flowers …
Effective Pesticide Application
The weather is warming up and folks are returning back outside to their lawns and gardens. As outdoor maintenance …
Stanly County Master Gardeners
Come join our virtual NC State Master Gardener℠ School! You will be able to take the course at your …
When to Plant: Hardwood Trees
Planting trees like Flowering Dogwoods, Redbuds and Mulberries are exciting times. But when should you plant? For most trees …