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Fall Plantings Are Ideal

Fall is a great time for many things. Hiking, biking, birding, and of course yard work and gardening. Fall …

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Powdery Mildew

Powdery Mildew is a very common fungal disease that thrives in the humid areas of North Carolina. It affects …

eggplant, tomatoes, peppers

Nightshade Vegetables

Plant families and taxonomy is an everchanging dynamic science. As we study and learn more about each vegetable, fruit, …

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Planting Bare Root Apple Trees

During our recent small fruit plant sale, we successfully sold a variety of apple trees, offering at least five …

Tractor spreading lime on field

Understanding Lime and Fertilizer

When lime and fertilizers are applied to soils, the onset of many chemical reactions takes place. Some occur instantly …

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Pesticide Safety School

Wednesday April 9 and Thursday, April 10, 2025 Burke County Agricultural Building 130 Ammons Drive, Morganton, NC Description: To purchase manuals and register …

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Small Fruit Plant Sale 2025

N.C. Cooperative Extension, Burke County Center is currently holding its annual Small Fruit Plant Sale, now through March 3rd. …

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Soil Sample Fees Waived in Western NC

Through special state funding, the Agronomic Division of NCDA&CS is waiving all predictive and diagnostic laboratory fees (soil testing, plant tissue …

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Growing Kale

Kale is a common leafy green that has seen rise in recent media and nutrition needs. Kale is high …

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Chainsaw Safety

As we get back to normal and begin cleaning up the after effects of Hurricane Helene, we need to …

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This publication provides three examples of edible landscape designs for incorporating edible components into a …

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Managing the Impact of Floodwater Contaminants on Soil and Produce in Residential, Community, and School Vegetable Gardens

This publication discusses how floods can affect food gardens. In it, you'll find recommendations for …

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Growing Tomatoes in the Home Garden

Much success in growing tomatoes can be attributed to use of a few proven techniques. …

Caladiums for the Home Landscape

Caladiums are grown for their long-lasting, colorful foliage. Color combinations include various shades of red, …

Bean Sprouts and Other Vegetable Seed Sprouts

Sprouts from mung bean (Phaseolus aureus) have been used for food since ancient times. These …

Mini-Gardening

Lack of yard space is no excuse for not growing a vegetable garden. Regardless of …

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Growing Asparagus in a Home Garden

Asparagus has been considered a garden delicacy since Roman times. Any home gardener can grow …

Frost/Freeze Protection for Horticultural Crops

Effective frost protection methods exist, however, each year, a portion of the state's fruit and …