News From Henderson County Center

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Garden Update - September

Published - September 2, 2025

Two women stand on an outdoor stage. The woman on the left wears a red apron and holds a "Grand Champion" ribbon. The woman on the right wears a pink shirt and a sash that says "NC Apple Ambassador." Both are smiling at the camera.
2025 Apple Recipe Contest Winners and Recipes

Published - August 29, 2025

Farmers market tents selling apples and cider; sign "NORTH CAROLINA APPLE CIDER $6"
Celebrating Henderson County Apples and Supporting Local Growers

Published - August 28, 2025

Cluster of hairy caterpillars resting in silk webbing on tree branches and leaves
Pest Alert - Common Insect Pests of Landscapes and Gardens

Published - August 26, 2025

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Fall Planting Fescue Seed

Published - August 26, 2025

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Appalachian Tiger Swallowtail Butterfly

Published - August 26, 2025

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Pest Alert - Sedges in Lawns and Ornamentals

Published - August 26, 2025

A$AP's FARM TOUR — September 20–21, surrounded by illustrated vegetables and chickens
ASAP's Farm Tour September 20-21, 2025

Published - August 25, 2025

A hunting stand alongside trees and a field.
Virginia-North Carolina Woods & Wildlife Conference

Published - August 25, 2025

From: Wilkes County Center
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NC 4-H Photography Contest 2025!

Published - August 20, 2025

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Reclaiming Your Yard: The Power of No-Mow Zones

Published - August 14, 2025

Children wearing colorful wings sit outside and enjoy story time. A young girl is hugging another young girl while they listen.
Planting Purpose: The Impact of Horticultural Therapy at Bullington Gardens

Published - August 14, 2025

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4-H Knitting and Crocheting Classes - Fall 2025

Published - August 13, 2025

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FALL 2025 - 4-H Sewing Classes

Published - August 13, 2025

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Plant Health Alert - Excessive Mulch

Published - August 7, 2025

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Covering Bare Soil Post Hurricane Helene

Published - August 5, 2025

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WNC AgOptions 2026 Grant Cycle Open

Published - August 5, 2025

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Cucurbit Downy Mildew-Confirmed in Henderson County

Published - August 1, 2025

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Pest Alert - Six Lookalike Plants to Avoid

Published - July 29, 2025

Flat Rock Park Pollinator Garden 2017
Wildlife Alert - Feeding Birds

Published - July 28, 2025

Flat Rock Park Pollinator Garden 2025
Flat Rock Park Pollinator Garden

Published - July 28, 2025

Grill flames behind blue panel reading NO-COOK MEALS FOR HOT DAYS and NC Cooperative Extension logo
No-Cook Meals for Hot Days

Published - July 25, 2025

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Organic and Biorational Pest Control Options

Published - July 25, 2025

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NC State Interns Make an Impact at Henderson County Center

Published - July 22, 2025

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Plant Profile - Chaste Tree

Published - July 22, 2025

Tomato-Brandymaster
Backyard Tomato Basics

Published - July 22, 2025

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N.C. Cooperative Extension, Henderson County Center Employees Honored by N.C. Cooperative Extension

Published - July 18, 2025

Bullington - Strength Training Classes (1)
Strength Training Exercise Classes at Bullington Gardens

Published - July 14, 2025

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Plant Health Alert - Avoid Topping Trees

Published - July 14, 2025

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Pruning Tips for Hydrangeas

Published - July 10, 2025

From: Macon County Center
A mobile mill processing a log.
Wood Utilization and Fire Protection Workshop

Published - July 9, 2025

From: Buncombe County Center
Blueberries
Home Fruit Options for Henderson County

Published - July 6, 2025

SUMMER COOKOUTS BASIC FOOD SAFETY: Maintain hygiene; limit 41°F–135°F; cook to temp; clean surfaces
Summer Cookout Safety

Published - July 1, 2025

From: Edgecombe County Center
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Plant Health Alert - Herbicide Damage

Published - July 1, 2025

Mills River Pollinator Garden 2025
Mills River Park Pollinator Garden

Published - July 1, 2025

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Common Snakes of the High Country of Western North Carolina

Published - June 30, 2025

From: Watauga County Center
H. arborescens 'Invincibelle Spirit' by NC Hort Thomas Ranney
Native Plant Profile - Mountain Hydrangea

Published - June 27, 2025

hydrangea leaf scorch
Plant Health Alert - Hydrangea Leaf Scorch

Published - June 26, 2025

Farm City Day petting zoo
Farm City Day First Saturday of October

Published - June 18, 2025

This woodpecker damage on 'Nellie R. Stevens' hollies is causing tree damage.
Pest Alert - Woodpecker Damage on Holly

Published - June 17, 2025

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