Registration Is Open for Gardens, Lawns and Landscapes
The new online courses from Extension Gardener are a fantastic opportunity for anyone interested in gardening! We are pleased …
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.
Spring Chores in the Pollinator Garden
Around late February things start kicking into high gear in Cooperative Extension’s Pollinator Paradise Demonstration Garden. Usually I have taken …
Challenging the Conventional Wisdom About Praying Mantids
Folks of all ages delight in finding praying mantids in the garden. These charismatic predators are large and easy …
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 …
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 …
Fair Entries Open!
You can now submit your exhibit entries for the 2024 Rowan County Fair. The deadline to enter is September …
2024 Plant Propagation Classes
Our Rowan County, Master Gardener℠ volunteers, had a fantastic plant sale at the Agricultural Center this year, with over …
The Art of Small Space Foodscaping With Brie Arthur
Hosted by Hurley Park, N.C. Cooperative Extension–Rowan County Center and the Extension Master Gardener℠ Volunteer Association of Rowan County. The …
Native Plant Speaker Coming to Salisbury
Dr. Patrick McMillan, the Juniper Level Botanical Gardens and Plant Delights Nursery Director, will be our guest speaker on …
Plant Propagation Classes Scheduled for Summer
The Extension Master Gardener℠ Volunteers of Rowan County will be holding their annual Plant Propagation Classes this summer June …
RCEMGV Plant Sale May 6
This year the Extension Master Gardeners℠ of Rowan County have been focused on educating the public about pollinators and creating …
Solitary Bees Are Pollinators Too
Bees in the lawn? Have you noticed bees flying low along your grass and digging little holes? If so, you might …
Spotted Lanternfly: What You Need to Know
A recent news release from the NCDA&CS notified the public that the spotted lanternfly (Lycorma delicatula) has officially been detected …
Master Gardener Annual Spring Plant Sale--Mark Your Calendars!
When: Saturday, May 7, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Where: Rowan County Agriculture Building, 2727 Old Concord Road, Salisbury, …