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 …
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.
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 …
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 …
Garden for the Birds With the Plant Toolbox
You can select plants for your garden that attract and support our feathered friends. The Extension Gardener Plant Toolbox …
Surprise the Plant Lover in Your Life With the Perfect Gift...
…the gift of knowledge! Do you still need to pick out the perfect gift for your favorite plant nerd (or …
Master Gardener Spring Plant Sale May 10th
The Transylvania County Extension Master Gardeners℠, French Broad Garden Club and the Transylvania Garden Club are holding our annual …
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 …
March Gardening Tasks in Transylvania County
March is when the gardening year really starts to ramp up in Transylvania County. The longer day length, along …
Gardening Tasks for February in Transylvania County
Since we never know what kind of weather we will see in February, it is a good idea to …
Pruning Trees and Shrubs
Maintaining and training your landscape and fruiting trees and shrubs through proper pruning is essential for a beautiful garden …
January Garden Tasks in Transylvania County
January is the time to plan for the gardening season to come. You can be productive inside while keeping …
Gardening in October in Transylvania County
October is a wonderful time for being outside and working in the garden. The glorious fall colors are everywhere …
August Gardening Tasks for Transylvania County
By the Master Gardener℠ volunteers in Transylvania County There are still things to do in the garden in Transylvania County in …
July Gardening Tasks in Transylvania County
July is a very active time in the garden in Transylvania County. The fruit and vegetable plants start producing, …