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Pumpkins in the field

October Better Living Series Workshops

N.C. Cooperative Extension, Cumberland County Center announces the upcoming October Better Living Series workshops, which will focus on pumpkins. The …

beginning beekeeping

Beginning Beekeeping Course

What are worker bees? What is their job in the hive? How many Queens are in the hive? How do you …

Cover photo for Lavender Lunch and Learn

Lavender Lunch and Learn

Thursday, June 15 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. This tour will include a visit to Lavender Oaks Farm in Chapel …

Herbs in small spaces

Herb Gardening

The May Better Living Series will focus on Herbs. The first workshop in the three series program will be …

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Lawn Care 101 Seminar

Home lawns can be a great source of joy and pride for many homeowners. It can also be a lot of …

reports for soil samples

Soils 101 for Home Gardeners

Soils 101 for Home Gardeners November 1, 2022 Morning and evening workshop options 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. – …

Tips for Growing a Beautiful Lawn

Please join Allen West, Extension agent, for a seminar on growing the most beautiful lawn in the neighborhood. During …

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This factsheet describes the biology of the yellow poplar weevil (also called the tuliptree …

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This factsheet describes the biology of the daylily leafminer, Ophiomyia kwansonis., and provides residential management …

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This publication provides basic information on the nutrient needs of trees and shrubs, types of …

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Growing Blueberries in Childcare Center Gardens

In addition to their delicious fruit, blueberries also provide year-round interest in the garden. Bell-shaped …

A bunch of ripe, purple muscadine grapes on the vine.

Growing Muscadines in Childcare Center Gardens

While children are having fun growing, harvesting, and eating delicious, nutritious, fresh fruits and vegetables …