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Clump of tall dry ornamental grass in a landscaped bed with mulch

What Should I Do (and Not Do) in My Yard This Fall?

Pruning, leaves, pollinator gardens, and lawn care tips for the Piedmont.As the days get shorter and the leaves start to fall, it’s easy to think everything in the yard needs to be cleaned up before…

fire ant mound behind a concrete curb

Your Questions, Answered by Extension!

I would like to share several questions received at the Caldwell Extension Center this week, along with their respective answers, which I believe will be of interest to readers.Q: How can I control…

tree of heaven leaves

The Invasive Duo: Spotted Lanternfly and Tree-of-Heaven

By now, you’ve likely heard that spotted lanternfly (SLF) has been found in Caldwell County, but what comes next might surprise you. While this invasive insect is known for damaging vineyards, fruit…

Join the lookout for spotted lanternfly — Early nymph Apr–Jun; Late nymph Jun–Sep; Adult Jul–Dec

NCDA&CS Finds Spotted Lanternfly in Caldwell County

RALEIGH – The North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services has confirmed an established presence of the invasive spotted lanternfly (Lycorma delicatula) in Caldwell County. Initial…

red mound beside a concrete pole holder

Managing Fire Ants With Bait: A Guide for Homeowners and Farmers

No one likes fire ants, but there are effective ways to manage them. One of the easiest ways to control them is with fire ant bait.Fire ant bait is a clever weapon because it is poison disguised as…

hand with soil in it

When It Rains, It Erodes: Protecting Your Soil

After a heavy rain, it’s not uncommon to see standing water, washed-out mulch, or muddy runoff streaking across your yard. These signs are more than an eyesore—they’re indicators that your soil might…

Young man hoeing in a raised bed made out of cinder blocks

Raised Bed Gardening: A Simple Way to Grow Smarter, Not Harder

Have you noticed your garden not yielding like it used to? Struggling with pest issues or tired of wrestling with clay soil? If so, it might be time to try something different this year—raised bed…

yellow and white bearded iris

May Gardening Tips

Plants in Flower Southern Magnolia, Golden Chain Tree, Kousa Dogwood, Hybrid Rhododendron, Mountain Laurel, Satsuki Azalea, Scotch Broom, Deutzia, Beauty Bush, Weigela, Gumpo Azalea, Roses, Clematis,…

stems, buds and flowers of redbud tree

April Gardening Tips

vegetables growing in raised beds

Western NC Annual Planting Calendar

Western North Carolina is a wonderful place to garden. Almost any type of vegetable or fruit can be grown successfully provided you choose appropriate varieties and plant at the right time of year.…