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Extension Master Gardener volunteers at the Joseph McDowell Greenway

Love Gardening? Share It With McDowell

Do you find yourself talking to your tomato plants? Do friends come to you for advice on their gardens? If you’ve ever thought, “I wish I could spend more time in the garden AND give back to my…

Master Gardeners of McDowell County at Tomato Field Day 2021

Volun-FUN-Tastic: Learn About the Extension Master Gardener Volunteer Program

The Extension Master Gardener℠ program can be a fun, rewarding experience. The first step in becoming an Extension Master Gardener℠ volunteer (EMGV) in McDowell County is attending an information…

a garden with perennials

Don't Miss Gardening Outside the Lines: Join Us in April

On Saturday, April 5, 2025, the Extension Master Gardener℠ Volunteer Association of McDowell County is hosting a garden symposium, Gardening Outside the Lines, for county residents and other regional…

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Importance of Soil Sampling

Time has passed by rather quickly this year, it's hard to believe it is already almost October. When temperatures finally start to cool down a bit, it makes it easier on our livestock. It’s time to…

Black-and-orange ladybug larva crawling along a green leaf

Not All Bugs Are Bad

It's the time of year when plants are coming out of dormancy, but also bugs will be more prevalent as temperatures rise. At the Extension office, we receive many calls about bugs, and the vast…

Sunchoke flower

Save the Date for 2022 Garden Symposium

Before your 2022 calendar fills up, please save the date for Good Earth Gardening, a garden symposium presented by McDowell Master Gardener volunteers. Good Earth Gardening will be on Saturday, March…

Master Gardener teaching at demo garden.

Extension Master Gardener Program of McDowell County Training 2021

Please consider joining a fun, educational volunteer organization that serves the citizens of McDowell County. The training program, one of the steps to becoming a certified Master Gardener℠…

tomato disease

New Publication to Help Homeowners With Plant Diseases

Not only is this the time for plants growing with lush leaves and beautiful blooms popping, it is also a time for pests and diseases, unfortunately. The first tip to preventing disease and pest…

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2021 Extension Gardener Training Series

The Extension Gardener classes are open to anyone wanting to learn more about good gardening practices based on research-based information. Anyone can attend these classes. The classes will be taught…