2022 Summer Tours of NC Cooperative Extension Pollinator Demonstration Garden in Pittsboro Start in July

Summer tours of North Carolina Cooperative Extension’s Pollinator Paradise Demonstration Garden in Pittsboro start in early July!

The garden features over 225 species of perennials, trees, shrubs, vines, and grasses, and 85% of them are native to North Carolina. This is a great opportunity to visit the popular gathering spot for honey bees, native bees, butterflies, hummingbirds, and beneficial insects in addition to their human admirers! The tours are led by Chatham County Agriculture Agent Debbie Roos.

There is no charge for the tour but registration is required to limit group size. The tours fill up very quickly so don’t delay in registering if you really want to attend.

Visit the Pollinator Garden Tour web page for a listing of tour dates and times and links to register. 

What You Need to Know About Organic Broadleaf Weed Control

What You Need to Know About Organic Broadleaf Weed Control

If you want a chemical-free landscape and also want to defeat lawn weeds, the best defense is prevention. But weed prevention can take some time and, on occasion, you may need herbicides. Organic herbicides are a viable option for weed removal today, with more than 30 on the U.S. market.