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Peak Season Soil Testing Service Begins November 26th

The NC Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services Soils Lab provides FREE nutrient and pH soil testing to North Carolina residents from April 1st through November 25th.December 1st through March…

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Garden Chores in August

VEGETABLES This is peak harvesting month many warm season vegetables - know when to harvest for best flavor and quality: Tomatoes, Peppers, Eggplant: Harvest regularly to encourage continued…

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Help Plan 2026 Garden Education Classes!

The Extension Master GardenerSM volunteers in Buncombe County want to know what topics interest you for classes and workshops.Planning has begun for 2026 and we are asking for input to help make our…

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Pollinator Census in the Learning Garden

POLLINATOR CENSUS IN THE LEARNING GARDEN Friday, August 22, 2025 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM N.C. Cooperative Extension, Buncombe County Center 49 Mount Carmel Rd Asheville NC 28806Support your local…

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NC Bradford Pear Bounty in Buncombe – October 4th, 2025

DATE: October 4, 2025TIME: 9 a.m. – 11 a.m.WHERE:Buncombe County Interchange Building59 Woodfin place, Asheville, NC 28801

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2025 Spring Fling Plant Sale, May 10

Mark your calendar and get ready for the 2025 Spring Fling Plant Sale, sponsored by the Extension Master GardenerSM Volunteers of Buncombe County, the Asheville-Blue Ridge Rose Society, and The Men’s…

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April Ornamental Highlight: Epimedium (Bishop's Hat)

A wonderful addition to your shade garden, Bishop's Hat adorns delicate, airy raceme flower heads that can be yellow, pink, white, purple, and other eye-popping colors from mid/late March through…

Announcement for NCDA&CS Free Agronomic Services for WNC Growers

Free Agronomic Services for Western NC Growers

NCDA&CS Offers Free Agronomic Services for Western N.C. Growers RALEIGH -- It has been months since Hurricane Helene devastated western North Carolina and recovery is still ongoing throughout the…

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Got Questions about Your Garden? Call Us!

NC State Extension Master GardenerSM volunteers are available to help diagnose and answer questions about your garden and landscape plants.CALL 828-255-5522VISIT the Extension Office at 49 Mt. Carmel…

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Flooding and Wind Damage: What’s Next for Your Landscape

Tropical Storm Helene brought WNC heavy rains and high winds, damaging many homes and landscapes. Fallen or damaged trees may require professional removal (see How to Choose a Tree Care Company to…