Botanical Illustrations of Southeastern Trees and Shrubs
The Extension Gardener Plant Toolbox has always been the go-to site for photos of cultivated plants, both native and …
Extension Master Gardener℠ Volunteers
Since 1979, North Carolina Extension Master Gardener℠ Volunteers (EMGVs) have been leaders in this internationally acclaimed program, guiding homeowners in making environmentally sound decisions in their landscapes. Trained by North Carolina State University faculty and staff, EMGVs provide research-based information about gardening and environmental stewardship to individuals and communities across the state. EMGVs engage the community through education and outreach on a wide variety of subjects and through a broad spectrum of projects, all designed to maximize their impact.
Bundle Up Buttercup!
Let’s talk about 5 steps you can take now to prepare your garden for winter. Plan ahead so you’re …
VIRTUAL ONLY!! Sandhills Cut Flower & Herb Growers Interest Meeting
UPDATE 1/21/25: The weather has gotten in the way again! Our event venue has announced that they will be …
Wild About Flowers
With the arrival of fall weather, it may seem like it’s too late for planting anything that blooms, BUT, …
Weird & Wonderful - Rise of the Undead
Most of the time when a plant looks dead, it probably IS dead. However, there are Weird & Wonderful exceptions! Many …
Growing Lavender for Beginners
Happening This Month: Growing Lavender for Beginners! Are you ready to add a touch of tranquility to your garden? Join …
Weird & Wonderful Series…The Monarch Butterfly
Monarch Butterflies and Milkweed Plants: A Weird & Wonderful Relationship! Nature has so many hidden mysteries that are positively magical …
How to Become an Extension Master Gardener Volunteer 2024-2025
Get ready to watch your passion for all things gardening grow! Announcing our 2024/2025 Extension Master Gardener training class. If you’ve …
Looking Forward to Frost
Gardening is a lot about hope, timing, and a little about gambling. We bring home a plant from the …
Midsummer Vegetable Garden Checklist
Midsummer Vegetable Garden Checklist We know it’s hot outside, but consider this your midsummer inspirational pep-talk to get out in …
Scotland County Seed Library Grand Opening
Scotland County Seed Library GRAND OPENING! N.C. Cooperative Extension, Scotland County Center is teaming up with Scotland County Memorial Library to bring you our first …
We've Been Hoodooed by Our Voodoo Lily!
We’ve been Hoodooed by our Voodoo Lily! One of the things I love the most about the weird and wonderful …
The Plant Toolbox Is Your Houseplant Headquarters
Indoor gardeners can find more of their favorite plants in the Extension Horticulture Plant Toolbox. Across the US, interest …
July Is American Grown Flowers Month
Did you know that July is American Grown Flowers Month? If you’re wondering what American Grown Flowers Month is, …
From Passion to Purpose: Teresa Lowry's Journey as an Extension Master Gardener Volunteer
In our first “Why I Became an NC State Extension Master Gardener℠ volunteer” feature, we spotlight Teresa Lowry, an …
Explore Extension Master Gardener Volunteer Impacts in Our Annual Report!
The 2023 NC State Extension Master Gardener℠ annual report, celebrates the contributions of over 3900 Extension Master Gardener volunteers …
Make Your Garden a Haven for Moths
Moths are the unsung heroes of plant pollination. On a worldwide scale, there are twice as many species of …
Fruits and Berries You Can Successfully Grow
Come join us and learn the types of fruits and berries you can grow in our area! This is …
Living Landscapes - Native Perennial Flowers
Join us to learn more about trees and shrubs and how they can be the backbone of your landscape. …
Plants for Living Landscapes - Trees and Shrubs
Join us to learn more about trees and shrubs and how they can be the backbone of your landscape. …
2022 Extension Gardener Workshop Series
Extension Gardener classes are a series of lectures and hands-on workshops for home and community gardeners about how to …
Starting Your Vegetable Garden
Are you interested in starting a vegetable garden but don’t know where to start? The Hoke County office of …
Plants for Pollinators and Birds
Join us for a free class open to the public! Learn how to make your landscape more attractive to …