Cicada Damage to Blueberry Crop
It seems we are finally on the other side of the “cicada invasion” which of course was not an …
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.
View Recording of CCP Bumble Bee Conservation Webinar
Chatham Conservation Partnership (CCP) conducted a webinar on Bumble Bee Conservation on April 18, 2024, and we had a great turnout of …
Should Farmers & Gardeners Worry About the Upcoming Cicada Emergence?
In case you haven’t heard, 2024 marks the emergence of the 13-year periodical cicadas (Magicicada spp.). The 13-year cicadas are known as Brood …
Ground-Nesting Bees Should Be Appreciated, Not Feared!
Every year, from mid-March through mid-April, I get calls from folks worried about all the bees hovering over their …
Photos From the 2024 Chatham County Ag Fest
The Chatham County Spring Ag Fest on March 23, 2024, was a success with a great crowd in attendance in spite …
Master Gardener℠ Program - Firewise
Firewise Information for Homeowners – a talk by Wesley Sketo With the high rainfall totals that we get in this …
Developing Natural Habitats for Native Plants and Animals Program
Our aim in starting to create a beautiful garden is often to give ourselves and visitors an attractive landscape to …
Things to Do in the Garden in June in Transylvania County
Things start to heat up in the garden in June. Blooms are coming and going, warm-season vegetable plants are …
Designing a Beautiful and Beneficial Pollinator Garden
Join the Extension Master Gardener℠ Volunteers for a presentation by Cindy Gilbert on designing a pollinator garden on Tuesday, …
Non-Native Invasive Plants to Avoid in Transylvania County
With the arrival of this beautiful spring weather, many of us are in full landscaping mode. Visit any garden …
Bloomin' Photography Master Gardener Educational Program
Join the Master Gardeners in learning tips on getting the best images you can of gardens, blooms, and landscapes …
Gardening Tasks for April in Transylvania County
April is a beautiful and busy time in the garden, so we’ve put together a list of gardening tasks …
Master Gardener Spring Plant Sale
The Extension Master Gardeners and local garden clubs are hosting our annual plant sale the day before Mother’s Day, …
Master Gardener Spring Symposium - Designing the Gardens of Biltmore
Join the Transylvania Extension Master Gardeners at their spring symposium on Saturday, March 19th from 9:00 a.m. – noon …
Master Gardener Program - Pruning Fruit Trees and Bushes
Join the Transylvania Master Gardener Volunteers on Tuesday, February 8th at 10-11 a.m. in the Rogow Room of the …
Gardening Tasks for December in Transylvania County
The cool and sunny days we get here and there in December are the perfect time to get some …
November Things to Do in the Garden
Extension Master Gardener Volunteers of Transylvania County NC With the cool weather arriving, you’d think there wouldn’t be much to …