News From Lee County Center

Spot Anthracnose on Dogwood
How Pathogens Survive Winter

Published - December 17, 2021

Poinsettias
Poinsettias as Gifts

Published - December 17, 2021

Bloodroot
Bloodroot

Published - December 17, 2021

Local Christmas Trees
North Carolina Christmas Trees

Published - December 2, 2021

Lantana Lace Bug
Lantana Lace Bugs

Published - December 1, 2021

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November, December, and January Gardening Guidelines

Published - November 17, 2021

Variegated green leaves with a single red berry nestled among foliage
Selecting Broad-Leaved Evergreens for the Landscape

Published - November 17, 2021

Wreath Making
Holiday Wreath Making Workshop

Published - November 12, 2021

Spotted Lanternfly
Spotted Lanternfly Warning

Published - October 29, 2021

White Mold
White Mold a.k.a. Sclerotinia Stem Rot

Published - October 28, 2021

Household Spiders
Household Spiders

Published - October 28, 2021

Mummy Berries
Mummy Berry of Blueberries

Published - October 22, 2021

Red Camellia
Camellias in the Landscape

Published - October 12, 2021

Person wearing cap stands beside rows of corn and other crops in a field
Local Extension Master Gardener Volunteer Recognized

Published - October 7, 2021

Yellow tulip-like flower with red-tinged stem on wood mulch, small white flowers at base
Perennial Tulips – Tulipa Clusiana

Published - September 30, 2021

Adult mantis: long antennae, triangular head, mottled body, wings 2/3 abdomen, no inner front-leg spot
Praying Mantis – Garden Hunters

Published - September 30, 2021

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4 Simple Tips to Help You Shop Smart and Save

Published - September 28, 2021

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A Shiny Penny

Published - September 25, 2021

Ornamental Grass
Ornamental Grasses in the Garden Landscape

Published - September 24, 2021

White gardenia bloom amid dark glossy green leaves
Gardenias

Published - September 16, 2021

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September and October Gardening Guidelines

Published - September 16, 2021

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Fair Events for Youth

Published - September 15, 2021

Honey Mushrooms
Don’t Honey Me You Fungus

Published - September 3, 2021

1Flowers - Cathy Dewitt
Jerusalem Sage – Feel Good Phlomis

Published - September 3, 2021

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How Did You Spend the Summer?

Published - August 27, 2021

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Take the Gardening Survey!

Published - August 24, 2021

Red-handled spigot pouring water into green metal watering can.
Water-Wise Gardening

Published - August 18, 2021

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Pesticide Credits Offered

Published - August 12, 2021

Japanese beetle grubs: several creamy, C-shaped grubs on dark soil
Japanese Beetles: the Next Chapter

Published - August 6, 2021

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Aquatic Weeds in Lee County, a Few Recommendations

Published - July 29, 2021

Potted tall green plant with drooping, wilted leaves against a blank wall
Heat and Drought Stress

Published - July 27, 2021

Black hanging basket of pink petunia flowers with lawn and cloudy sky background
Hanging Baskets, From Houseplants to Herbs

Published - July 23, 2021

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Gardening Giudelines for July and August

Published - July 21, 2021

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Setting Priorities in a Fast-Paced World

Published - July 16, 2021

Triangular watermelon slices arranged on a white textured surface
Hydrating Recipes for the Summer Heat

Published - July 13, 2021

Basil
Basil - a Great Culinary Herb

Published - July 13, 2021

Liriope
Liriope Crown and Root Problems

Published - July 13, 2021

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Using Pesticides, the Safe Way

Published - June 30, 2021

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Understanding the Ingredients List

Published - June 30, 2021

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A 4-H Civics Lesson

Published - June 26, 2021

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