News From Extension Master Gardener Volunteers

An EMG volunteer of Durham County presents on pruning in front of a presentation screen that shows the gardening tool in front of a classroom of volunteers who are focused on learning.
2025 Annual Report Spotlights Volunteers' Commitment to Growth through Continuing Ed

Published - April 13, 2026

A Durham community member counts pollinators and records the number counted in a verdant demonstration garden for the 2025 Great Southeast Pollinator Census .
See How Pollinator Census Participation Makes a Difference in the 2025 Annual Report

Published - April 6, 2026

A close-up photo of seedlings of kale & mustard growing together and ready for harvest.
Microgreens for Macro-Satisfaction

Published - April 6, 2026

From: Extension Gardener
Two women in green Master Gardener aprons lead a tour through colorful gardens.
Annual Report Explores Our Volunteers' Growing Impact Across North Carolina

Published - April 3, 2026

Gardening experts install plants at Cooperative Extension.
April is Global Volunteer Month: Shining a Light on the Volunteers Who Inspire Us!

Published - April 1, 2026

John Bowen, a smiling older man, is pictured surrounded by healthy plants he has propagated.
Growing Impact: Meet John Bowen

Published - March 18, 2026

A Master Gardener volunteer staffing an information booth shares sustainable gardening advice with a community member.
Make Your Mark on March 25 — NC State Day of Giving

Published - March 3, 2026

Person placing a plant label among potted seedlings on a table
Spring Plant Sales Support EMG Volunteer Service

Published - February 17, 2026

Person in yellow-black bee costume posing under tent while woman photographs them at an outdoor fair
From the Mountains to the Sea: the Great Southeast Pollinator Census is a success in 2025

Published - January 6, 2026

From: Extension Gardener
Collage of 3 photos: kale, pelargonium flower, and a trowel digging in a raised bed of seedlings.
Register for the 2026 Gardens, Lawns & Landscapes Classes

Published - November 21, 2025

From: Extension Gardener
Fairy garde in a birdbath dish featuring a miniature arbor and greenhouse.
Plants for Fairy Gardens

Published - November 21, 2025

From: Extension Gardener
Four wolves running across a red background with the Day of Giving March 26 date above and hashtag GivingPack.
Funding Priorities Survey Findings Shape EMG Program Future

Published - August 25, 2025

NC State Extension Master Gardener volunteers of Durham County, NC work with library staff to install a pollinator-friendly demonstration garden.
EMG Demo Garden Receives International Search for Excellence Award

Published - July 11, 2025

Get to Know the Insects! Free insect identification webinar — July 10, 2025, 1–3 P.M., Zoom
Insect Identification Webinar Is Set to Help You Count in the Great Southeast Pollinator Census

Published - June 26, 2025

From: Lee County Center
Great Southeast Pollinator Census webinar - Aug 14, 2025, 1-3 p.m.
Registration Is Open for the 2025 Knowledge Is Pollinator Power: A Census Pep Rally

Published - June 26, 2025

From: Lee County Center
Screenshot of public garden map
Are Gardeners Coming to Visit for the Holidays?

Published - June 24, 2025

From: Gardening
Gloved hands planting a sapling; text: "National Volunteer Week April 20–26, 2025"
April 20 - 26 Is National Volunteer Week!

Published - April 22, 2025

2024 Extension Master Gardener program impact infographic
Annual Report Explores Our Volunteers' Growing Impact Across North Carolina

Published - April 18, 2025

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Getting the Picture Just Got Easier

Published - March 27, 2025

From: Extension Gardener
Collage: kale, lettuce seedlings, strawberries on vine, baskets of cherry tomatoes
Growing Edible Plants Is Open for Enrollment

Published - March 24, 2025

From: Extension Gardener
Red 3D question mark with a separate red cube dot on white background
Have a Gardening Question?

Published - March 20, 2025

Collage of 4 photos of orange azaleas, tomatoes, blanket flower, and turfgrass
Registration Is Open for Gardens, Lawns and Landscapes

Published - February 26, 2025

From: Extension Gardener
Courtesy of Nancy Crites
Program Spotlight: TH by Extension Master Gardeners of Wake County

Published - February 14, 2025

From: Therapeutic Horticulture
Close-up on a bouquet of variously colored roses.
The Plant Toolbox Is Coming Up Roses

Published - January 8, 2025

From: Extension Gardener
Wildflowers of the Atlantic Sutheast
Wildflowers of the Atlantic Southeast

Published - September 12, 2024

From: Extension Gardener
Cover for Extension Gardener handbook
Quick Tips for Navigating the Online Version of the NC Extension Gardener Handbook

Published - September 1, 2024

From: Extension Gardener
Teresa Lowery in her home garden
From Passion to Purpose: Teresa Lowry's Journey as an Extension Master Gardener Volunteer

Published - June 27, 2024

Six sets of hands holding seedlings
Six Ways to Celebrate Extension Master Gardener Volunteers During National Volunteer Week!

Published - April 21, 2024

A group of Master Gardener volunteers pose for a picture beside a colorful banner.
Explore Extension Master Gardener Volunteer Impacts in Our Annual Report!

Published - March 1, 2024

Tersa moth nectaring on Pentas flowers.
Make Your Garden a Haven for Moths

Published - February 7, 2024

From: Extension Gardener
A goldfinch sits atop a Goldfinch on Rudbeckia maxima.
Garden for the Birds With the Plant Toolbox

Published - January 3, 2024

From: Extension Gardener
Screen Shot of HomeGrown Garden Site
HomeGrown: Short Video Answers From NC State Extension

Published - December 9, 2023

From: Extension Gardener
Master Gardener volunteers offer free seed packets at the traveling seed bank at the Mount Holly Farmers Market.
Growing Self-Sufficiency: Extension Volunteers Support Seed Libraries in North Carolina

Published - October 31, 2023

Purple coneflower
NC State Extension Master Gardener Volunteers Assist Pollinator Research

Published - October 27, 2023

Tomato harvest
Extension Volunteers Trial NC State Disease-Resistant Tomato Varieties

Published - September 29, 2023

NC State Extension Master Gardener Program volunteer service Avron Upchurch Lee County
Extension Volunteer Provides Well-Seasoned Gardening Advice

Published - August 29, 2023

From: NC State Extension
Eastern tiger swallowtail butterfly resting with wings spread on red flower
Gardening for Wildlife Using the EG Plant Toolbox

Published - August 21, 2023

From: Extension Gardener
Great Southeast Pollinator Census North Carolina count pollinators
Counting Pollinators for a Cause

Published - August 9, 2023

From: NC State Extension
Three women display award plaques.
NC State Extension Master Gardener Volunteers Honored for Excellence in Gardening Education

Published - June 29, 2023

Great Southeast Pollinator Census Webinar Poster
Webinar: NC Participates in the Great Southeastern Pollinator Census

Published - May 16, 2023

From: Lee County Center
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