Nutsedge is one of those pesky weeds that seems to show up everywhere and is a challenge to get rid of. Nutsedge, also called nutgrass, is a perennial whose leaves die back in the fall and re-sprout in the spring from tubers (“nutlets”) and rhizomes (underground stems) in the soil. It is important to know…… read more »
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Nutsedge: A Pesky Weed In The Garden & Landscape
Extension Holds 2020 Fall Bulb Fundraiser
Fall is the time to start planting flowering bulbs in your garden. Take advantage of the Wayne County Cooperative Extension’s fundraiser and order bulbs for your garden now. Funds will be used for upkeep and expansion of the Wayne County Extension Demonstration Gardens. Orders and payment are being accepted through October 23rd by mail or…… read more »
Time To Collect Soil Samples To Prepare For Next Year
Now is the time to start planning for next year’s garden. The first step in those plans should include getting a soil test now so that you can have your soil prepared and amended by the time spring is here. Now is also a good time to get a soil test while they are free,…… read more »
Chamber, Extension Accepting Nominations For Ag Awards
“Agriculture remains the number one industry in Wayne County, generating $1.036 billion for the local economy, and represents 20.5% of the county’s total employment with 8,916 jobs. We are calling on the community to join the opportunity to celebrate the rich history and legacy of the Ag community, while highlighting the incredible advancements that continue…… read more »
Have No Fear Of African Violets
African violets (Streptocarpus) are a popular house plant that many people have probably tried to grow at one time or another. You often hear of people that successfully grow African violets without much effort. Then you hear of people that no matter how hard they try, their violets never bloom or always die. It is…… read more »
Time To Plant A Fall Vegetable Garden
Summer is still on the minds of many of us, however, now is the time for planning a fall vegetable garden. We are fortunate with our climate in Wayne County that we can not only have a spring and summer garden but also can continue gardening and harvesting vegetables well into the fall. Many cool-season…… read more »
Time To Plan For Controlling Pecan Weevil
As we enter into August, now is the time to start preparing for managing pecan weevils as they will soon be emerging from the ground and into your pecan trees. If you have already had pecans dropping prematurely out of your trees, it could very well be a sign that pecan weevils are now emerging…… read more »
August Gardening Tips
The hot summer days of August may make it challenging to find comfortable weather to work in the garden. Take advantage of the more pleasant days for working outdoors and completing these gardening tips for this month. Lawn Late summer is the most effective time to control fire ants with baits. Treat lawns for grubs…… read more »
Peak Watermelon Season Is Here
Nothing says summer like watermelons. Watermelons are often a must at our summer cookouts and are a wonderful treat during hot summer days. Watermelons are grown across the United States. The top four states are Texas, Florida, Georgia, and California producing 69% of all grown in United States. In terms of production, watermelon is one…… read more »
It Is The Season For Tomatoes
Many of us know there’s nothing better than a fresh tomato sandwich on a hot, summer day. Tomatoes are now in season in our area and are often a staple with many of our summer cookouts and meals. North Carolina ranks 9th nationally in tomato production, growing 96 million pounds of tomatoes in 2018. Although…… read more »
