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St. John’s Wort or St. Peter’s Wort or St. Andrew’s Cross?
St. Peter’s Wort (Hypericum crux-andreae) is a shrubby native member of the St. Johns wort family with only four …
Why Farming Matters
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Fall Faithfuls, Winter Wishes
Pumpkins, gourds, decorative corn, and straw bales are all great ways to bring color and interest to your home …
Gardening After a Flood
Gardening is one of the most widely pursued hobbies in America and is increasingly popular in NC. For all …
Premature Blooming
Some homeowners and commercial growers have reported fruit trees and other spring flowering trees and shrubs blooming and leafing …
Household Hazardous Waste Day
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Growing Garlic
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Persephone Period for Planning Perfect Winter Produce
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Protect Yourself and Your Family From Mosquito Bites
Flooding from Hurricane Florence continues plaguing our state with highway and road closures, property damage and pests. Homeowners in …
Decisions Regarding Storm-Damaged Trees
When storms damage landscape trees, homeowners have many questions about what to do with their damaged trees. No set …
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