Things to Consider Before Using Pesticides
As we enter the spring season, we will begin to encounter more insects and diseases in our landscape. Many …
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2014 Pesticide Collection Day
NEWS RELEASE: Release immediately FROM: Paul W. Westfall, County Extension Director DATE: September 9, 2014 RE: Pesticide Disposal Day There will be …
Pruning Too Early
Hold the Pruning Tools! For those with the urge to prune fruit trees and grapes now, hold on and put the …
Sweet Potato History-Did You Know?
* Central Americans were raising sweet potatoes when Christopher Columbus first landed on their shores in 1492. He liked …
Emerald Ash Borer Reported in 3-County Area
The Emerald Ash Borer, (EAB) an insect that can destroy all ash species, has been found in Granville, Person, …
How to Care for Storm-Damaged Trees
One cannot appreciate the damage ice causes to trees until they are damaged by rain and windstorms. The trees …
Problems With Over-Mulching Trees and Shrubs
Mulching trees and shrubs is a recommended cultural practice with many benefits; yet, it can literally kill plants if …
Planting Irish Potatoes
Early planting of potatoes is important since they must grow and set tubers before intense summer heat arrives. Planting …
Know Your Fruit Pollination Requirements
Most fruit crops require pollination to ensure that fruit sets. Pollination is the transfer of grains of pollen from …
Growing Persimmons
Growing persimmons is a topic that many people inquire about. Persimmons can be divided into two distinct groups: the …
Container Gardening Indoors
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Time to Plan for Fall Lawn Renovation
Now’s the time to think about renovating or overseeding your lawn. Fall is the best time to do this …
Swamp Sunflower Makes a Good Landscape Plant
People who are looking for a perennial plant that loves clay soils that are poorly drained and remained waterlogged …
Controlling Fire Ants Effectively
Moist soils due to recent rains in certain parts of the county have made conditions suitable for fire ant …
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