Piedmont Landscape and Green Industry 2021 Webinar Series
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In lieu of our annual, in-person conference, N.C. Cooperative Extension – Forsyth and Chatham County Centers are hosting a series of free, online webinars by NC State Extension faculty and staff, as well as industry experts. The webinars provide continuing education and re-certification credits for green industry professionals, including landscapers, grounds and turf managers, and greenhouse and nursery producers. Home gardeners and those that are involved in the management of HOA areas are also welcome to participate.
Schedule of Webinars
(Accessible via Zoom)
Note: To comply with N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services and NC Landscape Contractor Licensing Board requirements for earning continuing education credits virtually, license holders will need to have a working video webcam so that we can monitor active participation.
Urban Invaders: Controlling Invasive Weeds
February 2, 2021, from 9–10 a.m.
Dr. Joe Neal, NC State University
Many invasive plant species have established themselves in urban green spaces. In this presentation, Dr. Neal will introduce some of the most common invasive plants found in urban landscapes and strategies for control.
Continuing Education Credits
NCDA&CS Pesticide: 1 D, H, I, L, N, X
NC LCLB: 1 Landscape
Challenges for Cupressaceae in NC Landscapes
February 3, 2021, from 9–10 a.m.
Mike Munster, NC State University
This talk will focus on diseases, insects, and other issues of Cupressaceae in the landscape in North Carolina, with a focus on three of the big four: junipers, arborvitae, and Leyland cypress.
Continuing Education Credits
NCDA&CS Pesticide: 1 D, L, N, X
NC LCLB: 1 Landscape
ISA: 1 Certified Arborist, 1 BCMA Management
The Landscape Below Ground: Encouraging Plants to be Resilient
February 16, 2021, from 8–9 a.m.
Dr. Barbara Fair, NC State University
This presentation will explore the relationship between soil and plants. What do plants really need to thrive and be able to provide maximum benefits to our landscapes? What are we doing right now and what can we be doing differently? We will discuss research results and recommendations regarding the ideal “homemade” soil. Is it really ideal?
Continuing Education Credits
NC LCLB: 1 Landscape
ISA: 1 Certified Arborist, 1 Science, 1 Municipal Specialist
IPM for Scale Insects on Landscape Trees and Shrubs
February 17, 2021, at 9–10 a.m.
Dr. Steve Frank, NC State University
Dr. Frank will discuss an integrated pest management strategy for managing scale insects on trees and shrubs in the landscape.
Continuing Education Credits
NCDA Pesticide: 1 D, L, N, X
NC LCLB: 1 Landscape
ISA: 1 Certified Arborist, 1 BCMA Management
The Ins and Outs of Smart Irrigation Systems
February 19, 2021, from 11 a.m.–noon
Perry Jordan, Arbor Enterprises
Learn about the advantages and considerations of smart irrigation systems, which can adjust irrigation output according to weather, moisture, and other conditions. We’ll cover the basic requirements for smart irrigation systems (the need for WiFi signal, locating controllers, understanding modules and faceplates, etc), how to make predictable weather adjustments for optimum irrigation parameters, features of different smart irrigation vendors and brands, the costs and fees associated with these systems, and how to market the systems to clients.
Continuing Education Credits
NC ICLB: 1 (pending approval)
Carolina Lawn Care
February 24, 2021, from 9–11 a.m.
Matt Lenhardt, N.C. Cooperative Extension – Iredell County Center
Learn how to properly fertilize and irrigate lawns in North Carolina, including nutrient requirements, how to prevent fertilizer from leaching into and polluting streams and rivers, proper fertilizer calculation, calibration, and application methods, as well as best irrigation and mowing practices.
Continuing Education Credits
NCDA Pesticide: 2 D, L, N, X
NC LCLB: 2 Landscape
Useful Links:
Lawns (NC Extension Gardener Handbook)
Tall Fescue Lawn Maintenance Calendar
Zoysia Lawn Maintenance Calendar
Bermudagrass Lawn Maintenance Calendar
Questions? Contact Matt Jones or Leslie Rose
Persons with disabilities and persons with limited English proficiency may request accommodations to participate by contacting Ginger Cunningham, County Extension Director.