Currituck Mask Makers
One day we will look back and remember the 2020 pandemic that shut down the world. Things changed for …
Lawn & Garden
Operational Update
With the lifting of the stay at home order and initiation of Phase 2 COVID-19 restrictions in North Carolina, …
Mole vs. Vole
Moles and Voles are often confused for one another, but when viewed closely, one can differentiate, between the two, …
Protecting Your Garden From the Cold
This weekend we are forecasted to experience nighttime lows below 40 degrees. These temperatures are uncharacteristic for this time …
The Majestic OBX Live Oaks
The Majestic OBX Live Oaks Quercus virginiana, Quercus geminate The Outer Banks of North Carolina are home to perhaps the most …
Dividing Ornamental Grasses
Dividing your ornamental grasses helps to keep them healthy, strong, and vibrant! It is also a great way to …
Extension FAQs
What is that bug in my garden? Do I really have to use margarine in that recipe or is …
This Week in the Garden
N.C. Cooperative Extension, Currituck County Center is starting a new article/ video log series titled: This Week in the …
Beginners Guide to Gardening
Starting a home garden can be a daunting task. The thought of buying materials and seeds, spending hours preparing …
Live From N.C. Cooperative Extension in Currituck County
Due to public health concerns associated with COVID-19, effective Tuesday, March 17, 2020, Currituck County Government closed county-owned facilities …
Canceled-Pollinator Gardening
*Due to the coronavirus, this class has been canceled* There are over 200,000 animals listed as “pollinators,” which is any …
Canceled-Organic Gardening
*Due to the coronavirus , this class is canceled.* No April Fools! The esteemed Marie Mims Butler is coming to …
Canceled-2020 Currituck Home, Flower, and Garden Show “Gardens of Eatin”
*Due to the coronavirus this event has been canceled* Master Gardener℠ volunteers of Currituck County are hosting the 2020 Currituck, Home, Flower, …
Cancelled - Extension Open House
“Extension is the best-kept secret out there.” That phrase is often used when folks describe what N.C. Cooperative Extension …
Canceled-Household Hazardous Waste Disposal Day
*Due to the coronavirus , this event is canceled.* The end of March marks the start of spring and the …
Pruning Ornamentals
Because of popular demand, on February 22, 2020, N.C. Cooperative Extension, Currituck County Center will present a workshop for both …
Cancelled-Small Fruit Workshop
*This event has been cancelled due to illness. The workshop will be rescheduled at a later date* Nothing is better …
2019 Recap
Each year, N.C. Cooperative Extension in Currituck County takes an opportunity to reflect upon the previous year’s work and …
Currituck Landscaper’s School
N.C. Cooperative Extension, Currituck County Center is hosting a “Landscapers School” on Wednesday, March 4, 2020, from 9 a.m.–noon. …
2020 Currituck County Master Gardener Speakers Bureau
**The class scheduled for March 19th has been canceled** Join us, on the third Thursday of each month at 9 …
Learn More Using the Resources Below
- Extension Master Gardener Intranet (NCSUgarden.com)
- Master Gardener Volunteer Program Application
- North Carolina Extension Master Gardener Volunteers Program
Information Portals
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- NC Community Gardens
- Therapeutic Horticulture
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- Apiculture and Beekeeping
- Fruit Crops
- NC State Plant Disease and Insect Clinic
- Urban Wildlife
- Wildlife Extension
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Plant of the Month
- January/February 2018 - Loropetalum
- March 2018 - Russian Sage
- November 2017 - Peony
- October 2017 - Echinacea
- September 2017 - Verbena
- August 2017 - Japanese Maple
- June 2017 - Daylilies
- May 2017 - Abelia
- December 2017 - Pittosporum
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