Make Your Garden a Haven for Moths
Moths are the unsung heroes of plant pollination. On a worldwide scale, there are twice as many species of …
Extension Master Gardener℠ Volunteers
Since 1979, North Carolina Extension Master Gardener℠ Volunteers (EMGVs) have been leaders in this internationally acclaimed program, guiding homeowners in making environmentally sound decisions in their landscapes. Trained by North Carolina State University faculty and staff, EMGVs provide research-based information about gardening and environmental stewardship to individuals and communities across the state. EMGVs engage the community through education and outreach on a wide variety of subjects and through a broad spectrum of projects, all designed to maximize their impact.
Garden for the Birds With the Plant Toolbox
You can select plants for your garden that attract and support our feathered friends. The Extension Gardener Plant Toolbox …
Surprise the Plant Lover in Your Life With the Perfect Gift...
…the gift of knowledge! Do you still need to pick out the perfect gift for your favorite plant nerd (or …
Apply Now for 2024 Master Gardener Volunteer Course
Cooperative Extension is in search of a few green thumbs to represent and promote research-based gardening and agriculture information …
Holiday Herb Workshop
Workshop all about herbs. Learn about growing, harvesting, drying, blending and using herbs for the holiday season and beyond. …
The Plant Toolbox Has More Links You Can Use
The Extension Gardener Plant Toolbox, in partnership with the Clemson Cooperative Extension Home & Garden Information Center, recently updated …
Cover Crop Workshop
Cost: $15 per participant Date: October 13, 2023 2:00-4:00 p.m. Location: Rutherford Co Center at 194 Callahan-Koon Rd, Spindale, NC 28160 Take home a …
Rutherford Co Master Gardeners Visit Flat Rock Playhouse
Extension Master Gardener℠ Volunteers of Henderson County gave us a tour of the wonderful gardens they created from nothing and …
Preregister for the Bradford Pear Bounty
How does the Bradford Pear Bounty work? Register on the site, take a photo of your living Bradford Pear …
Pollinator Garden Party
Join Master Gardener℠ volunteers and Extension & Community Association (ECA) members in Rutherford County Friday, August 18 from 11:00 …
Join Us for a Global Celebration of 'World Therapeutic Horticulture Day' on May 18!
Join us for a global celebration of ‘World Therapeutic Horticulture Day’ on the 18th of May. The day is …
Meet Rutherford County's New Horticulture Agent
The county’s newest horticulture extension agent, Laura Ponder, joined our center on March 1st. Laura grew up in Charlotte …
Get Growing With the Young People in Your Life
In my childhood, I loved to play outside in my parents’ garden. There was nothing quite like finding shining …
Growing Gardeners: A Summer Gardening Adventure for Gardeners Ages 9-13
Do you want to play in the dirt in your own backyard? The Rutherford County Cooperative Extension Master Gardeners class of …
2022 Spring Gardening Classes at the Extension Office
Upcoming Gardening Classes for Spring 2022 We will be offering gardening classes for adult learners this Spring. Registration and more …
Upcoming Extension Master Gardener Volunteer Training Course
There are all types of gardeners, those who specialize in growing a particular fruit or flower, those who prefer …
Gardening 101 Class Series
For those who are relatively new to gardening and interested in learning useful tips, tricks, and best practices, we …