WNC Orchard Insect Pest Populations - July 19, 2023
The pest situation is similar to last week, with second generation codling moth egg hatch about 15% complete in …
WNC Orchard Insect Pest Populations - July 11, 2023
Codling moth populations remain low in the vast majority of orchards, and under those conditions a single insecticide targeting …
Apple Disease Update: Week of July 3 2023
Rarely is powdery mildew designated as the “cover photo” for an apple portal post during the summer. However, the …
WNC Orchard Insect Pest Populations - July 3, 2023
In lower elevation orchards (e.g., Cleveland County and nearby locations), second generation codling moth is at about 12% egg …
WNC Orchard Insect Pest Populations - June 27, 2023
Throughout the region, we are still in the period when the threat of damage by direct pests, including codling …
Pesticide Recertification Seminar July 20
Southern Ag Pesticide Recertification Seminar Location – NC State Extension Office, 100 Jackson Park Date – July 20, 8:00 a.m. – …
Pest Alert - Spider Mites on Houseplants
What is that fine webbing that you are seeing on your favorite houseplant? Why are the leaves bronzing? The …
Pest Alert - Japanese Beetles
It is that time of year again. Japanese Beetles will be emerging in early June. The insects will leave the soil …
Pest Alert - Rhododendron/Azalea/Camellia Leaf Gall
Rhododendron/Azalea/Camellia leaf gall is a minor plant disease caused by the fungus Exobasidium vaccinii. The fungus affects mainly young leaves …
Strawberry Season: Freezing the Berries
Freezing strawberries is a great way to preserve them when you have an abundance. Frozen strawberries can be used …
Bullington BOOST Awards Is Always Heart Warming
The BOOST (Bullington Onsite Occupational Student Training) program is one of the bedrocks of Bullington Garden’s history. BOOST is …
Native Plant Publications
Finding good information on native plants on the internet can be daunting. So, here are some of the best …