2025 Apple Disease Update: Petal Fall/1st Cover/Blossom Blight Risk
Speaking to a colleague the other day, I made the comment to him that western NC is experiencing a …
Increased Risk of Freeze / Frost Apr 8-10
Increased Risk of Frost Apr 8-10 In collaboration with AWIS Weather Services *** Widespread Frost/Freeze Event Next 1-3 Days *** Shower Chances …
2025 Apple Disease Update: Late Bloom and Petal Fall
On many cultivars in Western NC, petal fall is occurring or should be approaching this week. Petal fall is …
April 3-7: Blossom Blight Infection Alert!
Please note that all predicted blossom blight infection events are current as of April 2, 2025 @ 8:45 p.m. …
Applying FireWall 50WP
I’ve been getting a few questions today regarding FireWall 50 WP as an alternative to Harbour for streptomycin, so …
WTZQ Radio Interview With Agent Steve Pettis Explaining Master Gardener Extension Volunteers
WTZQ Radio interview with Henderson County Extension Horticulture Agent Steve Pettis. Steve explains what it means to be a …
Suggested Plants for Henderson Co.
Steve’s Recommended Plant List for Henderson County (non-italicized = native; italicized = non-native) Small trees up to 25′ – (deciduous) service berry, …
Low Temps Can Damage Tender Plants
Cold injury, the damage caused to plants by freezing temperatures, may occur on the fruit, stems, leaves, trunk, and …
Fireplace & Chimney Safety
Original article by: Shelby Kimes Focus on Fireplace Chimney Safety Santa won’t be able to come cascading down your chimney if it …
Small Scale Solutions to Eroding Streambanks
Do you have a stream that is losing soil along the banks? Are your streambanks steep? Then you may …
Turning Challenges Into Beauty: Bullington Gardens’ Creative Recovery After Hurricane Helene
When Hurricane Helene roared through our region, Bullington Gardens bore the brunt of its fury. Towering trees toppled, trails …
Garden Update - November
Plants in Flower Witch Hazel, Sasanqua Camellia, Japonica Camellia and Franklinia. Plants with Colorful Berries American Beautyberry, Burford Holly, Deciduous Holly, Foster …