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The NC State Landscape Management Calendar poster is now available from NC State. Written by Dr. Barbara Fair, Dr. …
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Herbs are grown for their green leaves and seeds, where the oils give scent and subtle flavor. Most herbs …
Arboretum Garden Series | Simple Composting for Your Yard & Garden
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Managing and Controlling Fire Ants
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Celebrating Success With Master Gardener Volunteer Milestone Awards!
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Learn More About Insects, Diseases, and Weeds Found in Your Yard in June
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Advice to Grow By
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The Carolina Backyard Naturalist Program
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THANK YOU Extension Master Gardener Volunteers!!
A Vibrant Shout Out to all of the amazing, talented, energetic, generous, enthusiastic Extension Master Gardener℠ volunteers across the …
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With the arrival of spring, more of us are getting outside to enjoy the pleasant weather and new life …
2020 Dare County Report to the People
This past year presented challenges but it did not stand in the way of innovation. North Carolina Cooperative Extension, …
BOLO! (Be on the Look Out)
As spring bursts forth in North Carolina, you may encounter common pests and diseases blighting your North Carolina landscape, …
Save the Date: Master Gardener Volunteer Plant Sale May 15!
Master Gardener℠ Volunteers of Dare County Plant Sale Saturday, May 15, 2021, from 9 a.m.–2 p.m. Plants grown by Master Gardener℠ volunteers in …
Plant Disease and Insect issues in Your Yard in April
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