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Young collard transplants growing in the Pamlico County extension garden.

Fall Collards – It’s Time to Plant!

If you haven’t made plans to plant your fall collards, now is the time to start that process. Collards are a southern staple that can be found on many holiday tables. Packed with vitamin A and K,…

Group photo of the 2025 Extension Master Gardener class graduates from Pamlico County Cooperative Extension.

2025 Pamlico County Extension Master Gardener Training Course Graduates

Introducing the 2025 Master Gardener Interns The N.C. Cooperative Extension, Pamlico County Center would like to introduce our newest Extension Master Gardener℠ Interns who recently completed our…

Two tomatoes showing characteristic discoloration from Tomato Spotted Wilt Virus, including mottled red and orange patches.

Tomato Spotted Wilt Virus: What Gardeners Need to Know

Tomato Spotted Wilt Virus Identified in Pamlico County Recent tomato samples submitted to the N.C. Cooperative Extension, Pamlico County Center have tested positive for Tomato Spotted Wilt Virus…

A potato field with neatly arranged rows of potato plants emerging from the soil.

Homegrown Potatoes: Tips for a Successful Harvest

Adapted from Clemson University Potato publication.Planting Potatoes Potatoes are an easy and fun crop to grow in the home garden and have a historically important place in Pamlico County history.…

Six garlic bulbs grouped closely together on a clean white backdrop, showcasing their shapes and textures in a simple presentation.

Let’s Plant Some Garlic!

(Taken from "Vampires Beware..." written by Ashley Grubb) If you have never grown your own garlic before, it can be a fun and rewarding crop that is easy to plant right in your own backyard. Garlic…

Collard greens with visible cabbage worm damage, characterized by irregular holes and chewed leaves.

My Collards Have Worms

Fall Greens and Late-Season Pests It’s fall and that means collard greens, cabbages, and other leafy greens will soon be ready for harvest. This is especially important for those folks who desire to…

Child kneeling over garden bed collecting soil for soil sample. Next to them is a soil sample log and collection box.

November Gardening Tips

(Taken from article prepared by Jessica Strickland Wayne County CES Agent.) November is here, which means our minds will soon be on preparing for the holiday season. However, there are still tasks…