Growers: Start Scouting in February for the Allium Leafminer
Last spring some growers in the North Carolina piedmont noticed unusual problems with their allium crops, primarily bulb onions, …
Extension Master Gardener℠ Volunteers
Since 1979, North Carolina Extension Master Gardener℠ Volunteers (EMGVs) have been leaders in this internationally acclaimed program, guiding homeowners in making environmentally sound decisions in their landscapes. Trained by North Carolina State University faculty and staff, EMGVs provide research-based information about gardening and environmental stewardship to individuals and communities across the state. EMGVs engage the community through education and outreach on a wide variety of subjects and through a broad spectrum of projects, all designed to maximize their impact.
February Is a Great Time to Prune Blueberries!
Blueberries are a popular crop for commercial farmers as well as home gardeners in North Carolina. They are fairly …
Monarch Butterfly Proposed for Listing Under the US Endangered Species Act
The U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service announced on December 10 that they are proposing to list the monarch butterfly …
Botanical Illustrations of Southeastern Trees and Shrubs
The Extension Gardener Plant Toolbox has always been the go-to site for photos of cultivated plants, both native and …
Photos From Extension's Pollinator Workshop & Native Plant Sale
On September 13, 2024 the Chatham County Center of North Carolina Cooperative Extension conducted a workshop on Landscaping for Pollinators …
Cicada Damage to Blueberry Crop
It seems we are finally on the other side of the “cicada invasion” which of course was not an …
View Recording of CCP Bumble Bee Conservation Webinar
Chatham Conservation Partnership (CCP) conducted a webinar on Bumble Bee Conservation on April 18, 2024, and we had a great turnout of …
"May" Growing Chatham Inspire You
May is the perfect time to try something new! Find the new recipe in Growing Chatham and give it a …
Should Farmers & Gardeners Worry About the Upcoming Cicada Emergence?
In case you haven’t heard, 2024 marks the emergence of the 13-year periodical cicadas (Magicicada spp.). The 13-year cicadas are known as Brood …
Ground-Nesting Bees Should Be Appreciated, Not Feared!
Every year, from mid-March through mid-April, I get calls from folks worried about all the bees hovering over their …
Photos From the 2024 Chatham County Ag Fest
The Chatham County Spring Ag Fest on March 23, 2024, was a success with a great crowd in attendance in spite …
Celebrating 15 Years in Pollinator Paradise!
This year (2023) marks the 15 year anniversary of North Carolina Cooperative Extension’s Pollinator Paradise Demonstration Garden at Chatham Mills in …
Early Fall 2023 Snapshots From Extension’s Pollinator Paradise Garden
In late 2008, I planted a demonstration pollinator garden at Chatham Mills to provide forage from early spring to …
Chatham County 4-H Youth Participate in the Great Southeast Pollinator Census
This was the first year that North Carolina participated in the Great Southeast Pollinator Census, a citizen science initiative …
Critter Spotlight: Passionflower Bee
For 15 years I have enjoyed observing the many pollinators that forage on the native passionflowers in my Pollinator …
Pollinator Plant Spotlight: Late Figwort
Even though I have been managing my Pollinator Paradise Garden for 15 years, it continues to teach me every year. …
View Recording of CCP’s Snake Webinar
Chatham Conservation Partnership (CCP) conducted a webinar on Snakes of the North Carolina Piedmont on July 20, 2023, and we had …
Early Summer 2023 Snapshots From Extension’s Pollinator Paradise Garden
In late 2008, I planted a demonstration pollinator garden at Chatham Mills to provide forage from early spring to …
Be a Winner at the NC State Fair!
7/28/2023 10:00-11:30 a.m. Learn how to submit winning fruit, vegetable, herb, and flower entries to the NC State Fair. Extension …
O Say, Can You See the July Edition of Growing Chatham?
Growing Chatham is SIZZLING HOT this July! Don’t miss out on the excitement by reading it now while it’s still …
Growing UP Chatham June 2023: Exploring the Latest Happenings at the Pittsboro Farmers' Market
Exploring the Latest Happenings at the Pittsboro Farmers’ Market This month, we’re excited to catch up with Mary Blais, the …
What's All the Buzz About in the June Edition of Growing Chatham?
Make sure you don’t miss out on the excellent content included in the June edition of the Growing Chatham …
"Meat" Your Farmer Day has been Canceled
We regret to inform you that the “Meat” Your Farmer event has been canceled. We apologize for any inconvenience …
"May" You Enjoy the New Look of the Growing Chatham Newsletter
The Growing Chatham Newsletter has undergone a spring cleaning and now features improved navigation for an enhanced user experience. Be …
Registration Open: Junior Master Gardener Summer Camp -June 26-30, 2023
88 Registration is now open for the Junior Master Gardener Camp for youth ages 8-14 at the Chatham County Ag …
Your Lucky Charm Has Arrived! Growing Chatham the March 2023 Edition
Yes, Growing Chatham could be your lucky charm this March! From the Garden to the Kitchen, Growing Chatham has …
Enjoy Growing Chatham and Hot Soup on Cold February Days!
Enjoy a bowl of hot soup while Reading Growing Chatham, Listening to the Growing Chatham Podcast, or Watching Growing Chatham. Hot Soup and Growing …
Start 2023 Off With Growing Chatham
It’s a new year and a new Growing Chatham is waiting for you! The January 2023 edition is packed …
Have Fun in the Sun With June's Growing Chatham
Whew, it’s hot! Take a break from all of the fun in the sun that you are having and …