Dig Deeper With Us!: Series Continues in January 2025 at Two Locations.
Dig Deeper With Us! Join us for free monthly talks on gardening at two locations. Orange County Library in Hillsborough: Sunday, Jan. 19, …
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.
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 …
Plan for Fun at Our 2025 Chatham County Spring Ag Fest!
Spring Ag Fest Celebrating Chatham County Agriculture, Forestry, and Natural Resources Saturday, March 29, 2025 10 a.m.–3 p.m. This is a FREE Event! Chatham …
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 …
Chatham County Native Plant Sale September 13!
On September 13 folks will have a rare opportunity to come to Pittsboro and buy native plants from our …
Landscaping for Wildlife With Native Plants
Landscaping for Wildlife with Native Plants Climate change and significant weather events highlight the need for plants that are more …
Fire-Resistant Landscaping in NC
Fire-Resistant Landscaping in NC. The fires in Lahaina, on the island of Maui, Hawaii emphasis the importance of making homes …
Prescribed Fire (Rx) in the Environment Interest Meeting
Prescribed Fire in the Environment Interest Meeting When: October 5, 2023 Thursday 6 – 8 p.m. Where: Bonnie B. Davis Environment …
Did You Know the Master Gardener Handbook Is Available Online for Free?
Having trouble identifying problems in your yard with your woody ornamentals, turf, or vegetable plot? Try using the diagnostic tables …
Orange County Master Gardener Volunteer Training Program 2024
Interested in becoming a Master Gardener℠ Volunteer? Want to share gardening knowledge with others? Want to learn more about plants, disease, insects, etc.? Want …
Introduction to Vegetable Production
Are you new to farming? Are you ready to take it to the next level and begin a market …
2021 Orange County Agricultural Summit
Coronavirus won’t stop the Orange County Ag Summit. The 23rd annual event will be held virtually from February 8–10, 2021. …