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From the Vine: Poinsettias

The poinsettia, also known as Euphorbia pulcherrima, is native to Mexico. According to a Mexican legend, a young girl named Pepita had no gift to present to baby Jesus on Christmas Eve. In her…

A girl in hat and scarf holding a cut Christmas tree

From the Vine – Selecting and Maintaining a Christmas Tree

The holiday season is upon us, and for many families, the centerpiece of festive decorations is a fresh-cut Christmas tree. For those seeking the ultimate holiday experience, look no further than the…

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Test Soil Now to Avoid New Peak-Season Testing Fee

In today’s economy, consumers are always looking for ways to save money. One of the most practical ways to save money is to have your soil tested. Soil testing is a service provided by the North…

From the Vine: Mower Maintenance

A riding lawnmower is an expensive investment for maintaining your lawn. Gas powered riding mowers can cost anywhere from $1,000 to $13,000. Properly maintaining your lawnmower at the end of the…

Crape Myrtles

The Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia indica) is a flowering tree or shrub that is native to Asia. It was introduced into the United States in the early 19th century and gained popularity in the southern…

Now Is the Time to Save Your Pecans From Weevil Damage

How many times have you picked up pecans only to find a small hole near the end of the shell and empty? If you grow pecans, my guess is too many. If you have experienced this damage in the previous…

From the Vine – Bahiagrass

Summer finally arrived this week and it already seems like it’s going to be a hot and humid summer. Cool spring temperatures and overcast skies have extended our spring and late winter plants life…

Three green grass seedheads with rows of small dark seeds against blurred grass

Managing Bahiagrass

From the Vine: Edible Landscape

If you are building or purchasing a new home and aren’t sure what to do with your landscape, or wanting to renovate your old, boring landscape, you may want to think about incorporating edibles into…

NCDA Agronomic Lab Soil Testing Fee Ends

It is that time of the year and spring time has finally arrived. Spring is one of the most beautiful seasons in North Carolina and is a great opportunity for us to get out in the great outdoors.…