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Tree Blooming in the Spring, Trees, Charlotte, North Carolina, Union County, NC

Spring Is Here!

With the Spring Equinox on Sunday, Spring has officially arrived! In the Northern Hemisphere, thespring equinox, or vernal equinox,occurs when the sun crosses the equator line, heading north. This…

Pond Management in the Spring

As we welcome spring and the warmer weather, weeds are showing their face in our recreational ponds. Weeds are a natural part of the landscape whether in yards, fields, pastures or ponds. The…

Highly Invasive Insect Pest on the Move

An infestation of the Spotted Lanternfly (SLF) has been reported in Carroll County, VA, which is just north of Surry County and the Yadkin Valley of North Carolina.

Fall Bulb & Plant Sale

Fall is a busy time for families with many school and athletic events, festivals, and other events to attend. Fall is also the time for planting spring-flowering bulbs. The Extension Master Gardener℠…

Share the Road and Keep Safe During Harvest!

It’s that time of year again! Farmers are hard at work, doing what they need to do to get crops out of the field and food on your table. Union County will be seeing a lot of tractor traffic! You may…

Visit NC Farms - Local Produce

Union County has quite the selection of fruits and vegetables. With summer setting in, and the changing of seasons, farmers are going to be working very hard to get those seasonal favorites onto our…

Carpenter Bees

Carpenter bees are easy to confuse with bumblebees. Behavior and appearance are two characteristics that can be used to tell them apart.Carpenter bees have a shiny, iridescent, hairless abdomen that…

More in My Basket Monthly: With SNAP Comes Seeds!

Have you considered starting a home garden but don’t know where to start? How about herbs? Grab a container and let’s get growing! Most seeds to grow spices are SNAP eligible. Visit morefood.org or…

A horticultural agent works with students to make terrariums...Becky Kirkland photos..

Get Outdoors: Create an Upcycled Terrarium

During our Get Outdoors series, we will explore some activities that you can do outside especially while the spring weather is nice and warm. We understand that people need air, water, food, clothing…

‘Tis the Season, to Check Your Canner Gauge

Spring is here and planting our produce has just begun! What better way to preserve your fruits and vegetables after harvesting than by canning! If you’re using a pressure canner, it’s very important…