Plant Health Alert - Water Newly Planted Trees, Shrubs and Turf
With the lovely fall weather we are having it is easy to forget newly installed plants need water. We …
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Farm City Day First Saturday of October
In light of recent devasting events, Farm City Day for Saturday Oct. 5th, 2024 has been cancelled. There are …
Pest Alert - Japanese Stiltgrass
Japanese stiltgrass is an invasive summer annual weed commonly found in shady, moist areas, and is spreading rapidly in woodlands as …
Garden Update - September
Plants in Flower Crapemyrtle, Rose-of-Sharon, Dahlia, Canna, Ginger Lily, Chrysanthemum, Spider Lily, Fall Crocus, Liriope, Sedum, Asters, Goldenrod, Joe …
Pasture Alert: Fall Armyworms
By Abby Whitaker, Henderson/Buncombe County Livestock Agent Fall Armyworms have been confirmed in our area and it’s important for you …
Pest Alert - Fall Armyworm Caterpillars
We are hearing of lots of reports of fall armyworms around Henderson County in both fescue lawns and pastures. …
Plant Health Alert - Oak Decline
In recent years there has been an increase of reports from clients that oaks are suddenly dying. Whether it …
Pest Alert - Algae in Ponds
Algae in Ponds Ponds are wonderful landscape features to have on your property. These bodies of water add beauty and …
Pest Alert - Fall Webworm
What the heck is this web stuff in my tree? A giant spider? No, it’s the Fall webworm. Fall Webworm The …
Wildlife Alert - Snakes in Henderson County
This summer has been warm and wet. There are high populations of rodents. All these things snakes enjoy. Luckily we …
Pest Alert: Southern Blight on Perennials
Southern blight is caused by the fungus Sclerotium rolfsii, which lives in soil, on plants (including weeds), plant debris and …
From April – November, Have Your Soil Tested At No Charge
From April – November, Have Your Soil Tested At No Charge For questions, contact Matt Jones (matt_jones@ncsu.edu) Learn how to pick up …