Provide Nesting Habitat for Native Bees Through Plant Stems in Your Garden
By the time springtime rolls around many folks are itching to get back into their gardens and start cleaning …
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.
Macro Photo Lens Amplifies Extension Gardener Plant Toolbox
NC State’s Department of Horticultural Science extends our heartfelt gratitude to Frederick S. Baggett from Kingsport, Tennessee, for his …
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, …
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 …
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 …
Critter Spotlight: Camouflaged Looper
Recently while working in my Pollinator Paradise Demonstration Garden I was observing all the bee activity on the lemon …
Community Scientists Trained to Participate in Bumble Bee Atlas Project
In mid-June about 16 pollinator enthusiasts gathered at N.C. Cooperative Extension’s Pollinator Paradise Garden in Pittsboro to receive training …
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 …
Early Spring 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 …
"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 …
Photos From the 2023 Chatham County Ag Fest
The Chatham County Spring Ag Fest on March 25, 2023, was a success with a great crowd in attendance in …
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 …
Fall Chores in the Pollinator Garden: Leave the Leaves and Save the Stems!
After planting, weeding, and watering through the spring and summer, some gardeners look forward to fall as a period …
Fall 2022 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 …
Have You Seen the Largest Butterfly in the U.S.?
Every week (sometimes every day!) Extension Agents get asked to identify all sorts of interesting things. We get stopped …
Late Summer 2022 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 …
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 …
May Growing Chatham Inspire You This Month
May you be inspired to explore the outdoors when you read the May Edition of Growing Chatham! Click here …
Hop Into April's Growing Chatham
Hop into April’s Growing Chatham! Looking for fun, educational activities for your children? Read Growing Chatham to see what 4-H …