Post Written By Sarah Christas, Extension Agent, Agriculture

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Sarah ChristasExtension Agent, Agriculture - Horticulture N.C. Cooperative Extension, Caldwell County Center

Home gardening has seen a spike over the past year. According to the U.S. Census Monthly Retail Trade Report, …

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) has confirmed the presence of box tree …

This week I want to address some questions related to cicadas. By now you have probably heard the buzz …

It is that wonderful time of the year again! Everything outside is blanketed with a lovely layer of pollen, …

Master Gardener℠ volunteer initial training prepares you to be a Master Gardener℠ volunteer. The course introduces a wide range …

Spring is a great time to establish new plants! If you are thinking your landscape needs an update, or …

As a horticulture agent, it has been encouraging to see the increase of interest people have shown in growing …

With spending more time indoors than generations past, it is important to stay connected with the outdoors. One of …

This week I would like to share some answers to some frequently asked questions that we have received related …

Fall is here and trees are starting to turn colors and lose their leaves. Your Leyland cypress shouldn’t be, …

This week I am going to share the spotlight with Caldwell County’s Soil and Water Conservationist, Savannah Starnes. The Caldwell …

In the 7 months of being a horticulture extension agent, I have begun to realize tomatoes are going to …