Extension Gardener Workshop and Webinar 

April 21, 2026 -  9:00-11:30 am (In-person Workshop + pre-recorded lecture)

Vegetable crops are classified as either ‘warm-season’ or ‘cool-season’ according to their optimum planting time. Warm-season crops are generally planted after the last frost in spring and harvested by the first freeze in autumn, but vary in the specific horticultural practices needed for optimum production.

Join Matt Jones (Extension Horticulture Agent) and the NC State Extension Master Gardener (EMG) Volunteers of Chatham County for a workshop or webinar targeting home and community gardeners on how to grow warm-season vegetables. Participants will learn about planting techniques and timing, best varieties, common problems, and harvesting methods for warm-season crops like tomatoes, peppers, eggplants, okra, cucurbits, and more.

This workshop uses a “flipped classroom” format. All registered participants will receive a link to a one-hour recorded lecture by April 15, providing essential background on vegetable gardening. Participants are then encouraged to attend an in-person session at the Demonstration Garden at the Chatham County Agriculture & Conference Center in Pittsboro.

During the hands-on workshop, Extension Master Gardener℠ Volunteers will demonstrate key techniques for growing warm-season crops in home gardens, including planting, harvesting, nutrient management, pest management, companion planting, cover cropping, and more. Attendees will also have the opportunity to ask questions and learn from experienced vegetable gardeners.

REGISTER for the recorded webinar (watch anytime) and the in-person workshop on April 21, 2026 -  9:00-10:30 am at the Chatham County Agriculture and Conference Center.

QUESTIONS? Contact N.C. Cooperative Extension, Chatham County Center by calling 919-542-8243 or email matt_jones@ncsu.edu

NC State University and N.C. A&T State University commit themselves to positive action to secure equal opportunity.

Persons with disabilities and persons with limited English proficiency may request accommodations to participate by contacting Ginger Cunningham, County Extension Director, at 919.542.8202, ginger_cunningham@ncsu.edu, or in person at the County Extension Office at least 14 days prior to the event.