The “Gall” of It: Galls on Forsythia
The Forsythia are one of the heralds of Spring. Many folks in the South share fond memories of seeing them flower …
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Daffodils: 13 Divisions of Horticultural Wonder
February roadsides in the South are peppered with historical patches of daffodils. All that is left of some old …
Muscadines in the South
Want to grow grapes in the South? If so, you have two choices – plant muscadines or plant another …
Azaleas Demystified: When Do You Prune Azaleas?
Winter is the time to observe the bones of your garden, and reflect on how the previous year went. …
Pura Vida- What We Can Learn From Tropical Horticulture and Culture in Costa Rica
The nighttime scents and sounds of the Costa Rican Caribbean forest are as idyllic as any you can imagine. …
Plant This, Not That: Top 10 Privet, Ligustrum Ssp., Alternatives
I have written extensively about invasive plant species hiding out under our noses in our gardens and local natural …
Pantry Pests- Moths and Beetles
The holidays can bring a bounty of baked goods and savory treats, and leave you with a variety of …
Lee County Muscadine Pruning 2024
N.C. Cooperative Extension – Lee County Center is excited to partner with local muscadine grower, AK Griffin, in Broadway …
Winter Weather and Looking at 2024
Gardeners and farmers know the importance of checking the weather forecast, and recognize how weather and climate patterns affect …
The Scent of Christmas: Where Does It Come From?
A live Christmas tree adds extra presence to the Christmas season. It stems back from a time when Europeans …
BOLO: Chinese Privet Turns Our Winter Forests Green
Winter in Lee County is painted in shades of brown, white and green. The agricultural fields are harvested and …
CANCELLED: January Business Classes for Landscapers and Landscape Contractors
We are excited to partner with Central Carolina Community College’s Small Business Center and Sanford Area Growth Alliance to …