So You Want to Be a Beekeeper?We have all heard about the important role honey bees play in pollinating food producing plants. It...
3 Fragrant Flowers for Your Winter GardenFragrance in the spring and summer garden is something we gardeners take for granted. But fragrance...
What Will Happen to Our Gardens When We Leave?I have reached a certain age when I’m debating whether I should (eventually) reside in a...
Understanding Tree RootsOut of sight, out of mind is the attitude most people have when it comes to tree roots in the...
Choosing the Right Lawn Mower for You and the EnvironmentEvery gardener’s dream is to have a lush, leafy green lawn and for that, you need the right type...
Learn the Art of Making New PlantsWe’ve all coveted that one plant in our neighbor’s yard. Try as you might, you just cannot find...
Why I Love Growing HydrangeasGarden long enough and you’ll likely begin to attribute human traits to your garden plants.
Anise Shrubs Brighten the ShadeNeed to brighten up a shady spot and looking for a deer resistant plant that will fit the bill?
A Beginner’s Guide To Tree PruningOnce you understand the general concepts involved in pruning and trimming trees, you can usually...
What are the Most Common Electric Fencing Mistakes?Electric fencing can be a great aid for keeping animals in or out of the garden space and these...
Growing A Realistic GardenThe other day I found myself throwing several gardening magazines down in disgust.
What’s Bugging Your Lawn?Have you ever walked outside and discovered damage to your lawn, and you were not sure what is...
Creating the Plants We WantI am filled with desire. I see, I smell, I want. A walk through the garden center presents new...
Answers to Common Gardening QuestionsWe get all kinds of wild horticultural questions in our North Carolina Extension office in Raleigh...
Adding Good Soil to My Wish ListI’m often on the receiving end of “gardening” gifts, which I gratefully accept and swiftly...