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Cluster of ripening blueberries on a branch with green leaves

Blueberry Pruning Demonstration

A demonstration on how to prune rabbiteye blueberries for the home garden.Presented by the NC State Extension Master Gardener Volunteers of Chatham County

A cold and icy winter day in February.

Snuggle Up With Growing Chatham

Brrr! February 2026 has transformed North Carolina into a frosty wonderland, complete with chilly temps and winter antics! So, grab a steaming mug of hot cocoa and plunge into the warmth of Growing…

Be Ready for Cold Temperatures and Potential Power Outages

Prepare Now for the Winter Storm

Important Safety Information for the Upcoming Winter StormAs we are all aware, a major winter storm is approaching, and it is expected to be quite severe. It has been a while since we experienced a…

Growing Chatham January 2026 text over dark forest background with NC Cooperative Extension logos

Growing Chatham Could Bring Good Luck Throughout the New Year

Throughout my life, my family has celebrated the New Year with a traditional meal to ward off bad luck! As a picky eater, I often let my family enjoy my portion of the Black-eyed peas and greens.…

November edition Growing Chatham

November's Growing Chatham

We are fully immersed in the holiday season! October welcomed the trick-or-treaters, and now that November is here, it's time to indulge in Thanksgiving feasts. During the holidays, many of us tend…

Coastal Witch-alder

Trees and Shrubs for Piedmont Landscapes

Extension Gardener WebinarOctober 30, 2025 6:00 - 7:30 pm (Online) Trees and shrubs are important elements in a diverse, ecologically functional landscape. Unlike herbaceous ornamentals, whose…

Vegetable stew in cast iron pot.

What’s Brewing Up in This Month’s Growing Chatham

We’re brewing up a storm, stirring with flair! What magical surprises does Growing Chatham have in the air?Visit this month's Growing Chatham to find out!

Austrian winter pea flower

Cover Crops: Your Garden’s New Best Friend!

Workshop by the Extension Master Gardener Volunteers of Chatham CountyOctober 23, 2025 | 9:30 - 11:00 amLocation: Chatham County Agriculture and Conference CenterCost: $12 - Pre-registration…

freshly harvested soft neck garlic

All About Alliums in the Vegetable Garden: Onions, Garlic, Leeks and Shallots

Workshop by the Extension Master Gardener Volunteers of Chatham CountyOctober 16, 2025 | 9:30 - 11:00 amLocation: Chatham County Agriculture and Conference CenterCost: $12 - Pre-registration…

Road and tree-lined horizon at sunrise with text "Growing Chatham" and "September 2025"

September Is as Cool as the Growing Chatham Newsletter!

September marks the transition from summer to fall, and N.C. Cooperative Extension is evolving as well! Our summer programs have concluded, and we are now gearing up for exciting fall programs. Be…