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Get one on one help from Extension Master Gardener volunteers with planting plans, soil and pest problems, and plant diagnosis using photos or samples. Support is available by phone, email, or drop in during weekday helpline hours.
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Drop in for one on one horticulture guidance and diagnostic help for garden and landscape questions. Get research based troubleshooting on pests, plant diseases, soil issues, and seasonal planting for Western North Carolina.
Drop in for one on one horticulture guidance and diagnostic help for garden and landscape questions. Get research based troubleshooting on pests, plant diseases, soil issues, and seasonal planting for Western North Carolina.
Drop in for one on one horticulture guidance and diagnostic help for garden and landscape questions. Get research based troubleshooting on pests, plant diseases, soil issues, and seasonal planting for Western North Carolina.
Hands-on workshop teaching how to grow, preserve, and cook with culinary herbs, covering planting, harvesting, drying, and simple kitchen techniques like sauces and infused oils.
Hands-on workshop teaching how to grow, preserve, and cook with culinary herbs, covering planting, harvesting, drying, and simple kitchen techniques like sauces and infused oils.
Hands-on workshop teaching how to grow, preserve, and cook with culinary herbs, covering planting, harvesting, drying, and simple kitchen techniques like sauces and infused oils.
Practical guidance on integrating native perennials, shrubs, and pollinator friendly groundcovers into suburban home landscapes, led by N.C. Cooperative Extension educators; includes site assessment, plant selection, and maintenance tips.
Practical guidance on integrating native perennials, shrubs, and pollinator friendly groundcovers into suburban home landscapes, led by N.C. Cooperative Extension educators; includes site assessment, plant selection, and maintenance tips.
Practical guidance on integrating native perennials, shrubs, and pollinator friendly groundcovers into suburban home landscapes, led by N.C. Cooperative Extension educators; includes site assessment, plant selection, and maintenance tips.
Two hour private pesticide recertification workshop awarding both V and X credits. Classroom style training led by N.C. Cooperative Extension focused on applicator compliance and safe, up to date pesticide practices.
Two hour private pesticide recertification workshop awarding both V and X credits. Classroom style training led by N.C. Cooperative Extension focused on applicator compliance and safe, up to date pesticide practices.
Two hour private pesticide recertification workshop awarding both V and X credits. Classroom style training led by N.C. Cooperative Extension focused on applicator compliance and safe, up to date pesticide practices.
Hands on class teaching seed to table skills for culinary herbs, including planting, harvesting, drying, freezing, and simple herb infused recipes for sauces, butters, and oils. Suited for home gardeners and beginning cooks.
Hands on class teaching seed to table skills for culinary herbs, including planting, harvesting, drying, freezing, and simple herb infused recipes for sauces, butters, and oils. Suited for home gardeners and beginning cooks.
Hands on class teaching seed to table skills for culinary herbs, including planting, harvesting, drying, freezing, and simple herb infused recipes for sauces, butters, and oils. Suited for home gardeners and beginning cooks.
An 8-class garden-to-table series covering planting, growing, and harvesting for small and medium gardens, then turning the harvest into simple, delicious meals. Includes free seeds and handouts plus a shared meal cooked together each month.
An 8-class garden-to-table series covering planting, growing, and harvesting for small and medium gardens, then turning the harvest into simple, delicious meals. Includes free seeds and handouts plus a shared meal cooked together each month.
An 8-class garden-to-table series covering planting, growing, and harvesting for small and medium gardens, then turning the harvest into simple, delicious meals. Includes free seeds and handouts plus a shared meal cooked together each month.
Guided community foraging walks through urban and forested Asheville greenspaces identifying seasonal wild edibles, hands on plant id, and ethical harvest techniques for a beginner friendly, participatory nature skills experience.
Guided community foraging walks through urban and forested Asheville greenspaces identifying seasonal wild edibles, hands on plant id, and ethical harvest techniques for a beginner friendly, participatory nature skills experience.
Guided community foraging walks through urban and forested Asheville greenspaces identifying seasonal wild edibles, hands on plant id, and ethical harvest techniques for a beginner friendly, participatory nature skills experience.
Practical gardening seminar on deer resistant flowers, shrubs, and perennials that thrive in Western North Carolina. Learn proven deterrent strategies like natural and commercial repellents, fencing options, and wildlife smart garden design.
Practical gardening seminar on deer resistant flowers, shrubs, and perennials that thrive in Western North Carolina. Learn proven deterrent strategies like natural and commercial repellents, fencing options, and wildlife smart garden design.
Practical gardening seminar on deer resistant flowers, shrubs, and perennials that thrive in Western North Carolina. Learn proven deterrent strategies like natural and commercial repellents, fencing options, and wildlife smart garden design.
A guided springtime stroll through Asheville Botanical Garden focused on wildflower identification and local plant ecology with Dr. David Clarke. Expect slow-paced trail walking, field naturalist insights, and plenty of time for questions and close-up viewing.
A guided springtime stroll through Asheville Botanical Garden focused on wildflower identification and local plant ecology with Dr. David Clarke. Expect slow-paced trail walking, field naturalist insights, and plenty of time for questions and close-up viewing.
A guided springtime stroll through Asheville Botanical Garden focused on wildflower identification and local plant ecology with Dr. David Clarke. Expect slow-paced trail walking, field naturalist insights, and plenty of time for questions and close-up viewing.
Springtime herb celebration with vendor stalls selling potted herbs, native plants, and artisan goods, plus hands-on gardening workshops and planting demonstrations for home gardeners and family activities.
Springtime herb celebration with vendor stalls selling potted herbs, native plants, and artisan goods, plus hands-on gardening workshops and planting demonstrations for home gardeners and family activities.
Springtime herb celebration with vendor stalls selling potted herbs, native plants, and artisan goods, plus hands-on gardening workshops and planting demonstrations for home gardeners and family activities.
Seed packets, seedlings, and cuttings trade hands on the Reuters Terrace steps at Pack Square Park, keeping viable extras out of the trash. A low cost community plant swap for anyone wanting to start or expand a spring garden.
Seed packets, seedlings, and cuttings trade hands on the Reuters Terrace steps at Pack Square Park, keeping viable extras out of the trash. A low cost community plant swap for anyone wanting to start or expand a spring garden.
Seed packets, seedlings, and cuttings trade hands on the Reuters Terrace steps at Pack Square Park, keeping viable extras out of the trash. A low cost community plant swap for anyone wanting to start or expand a spring garden.
Hands on backyard herbalism workshop exploring seasonal medicinal herbs, foraging basics, and simple preparations like teas and tinctures. Participants learn plant identification, ethical harvesting, and DIY remedies in a casual community garden setting.
Hands on backyard herbalism workshop exploring seasonal medicinal herbs, foraging basics, and simple preparations like teas and tinctures. Participants learn plant identification, ethical harvesting, and DIY remedies in a casual community garden setting.
Hands on backyard herbalism workshop exploring seasonal medicinal herbs, foraging basics, and simple preparations like teas and tinctures. Participants learn plant identification, ethical harvesting, and DIY remedies in a casual community garden setting.
Hands on sourdough workshop teaching starter creation, feeding, and basic shaping for new bakers, led by a Transylvania County Extension agent at the Cooperative Extension center in Brevard.
Hands on sourdough workshop teaching starter creation, feeding, and basic shaping for new bakers, led by a Transylvania County Extension agent at the Cooperative Extension center in Brevard.
Hands on sourdough workshop teaching starter creation, feeding, and basic shaping for new bakers, led by a Transylvania County Extension agent at the Cooperative Extension center in Brevard.
Practical, science-based guidance on living safely alongside black bears and reducing wildfire risk in the Southern Appalachians. Learn local best practices for food storage, habitat awareness, and FireWise home landscaping in a garden setting.
Practical, science-based guidance on living safely alongside black bears and reducing wildfire risk in the Southern Appalachians. Learn local best practices for food storage, habitat awareness, and FireWise home landscaping in a garden setting.
Practical, science-based guidance on living safely alongside black bears and reducing wildfire risk in the Southern Appalachians. Learn local best practices for food storage, habitat awareness, and FireWise home landscaping in a garden setting.
An ecology-focused talk on preventing mosquito outbreaks while protecting bees, butterflies, and other pollinators in garden habitats. Science-based prevention strategies and local conservation context in a botanical garden setting.
An ecology-focused talk on preventing mosquito outbreaks while protecting bees, butterflies, and other pollinators in garden habitats. Science-based prevention strategies and local conservation context in a botanical garden setting.
An ecology-focused talk on preventing mosquito outbreaks while protecting bees, butterflies, and other pollinators in garden habitats. Science-based prevention strategies and local conservation context in a botanical garden setting.
Year round market with rows of locally grown fruits and vegetables, sourwood honey, potted plants and mountain made crafts; daily hours provide steady access to farm fresh produce, artisanal goods and plant vendors.
Year round market with rows of locally grown fruits and vegetables, sourwood honey, potted plants and mountain made crafts; daily hours provide steady access to farm fresh produce, artisanal goods and plant vendors.
Year round market with rows of locally grown fruits and vegetables, sourwood honey, potted plants and mountain made crafts; daily hours provide steady access to farm fresh produce, artisanal goods and plant vendors.
Intensive daylong immersion teaching foundational herbalism: plant identification, sustainable foraging, and hands on apothecary skills like tinctures and salves, tailored for beginners seeking practical folk medicine know-how and community practice.
Intensive daylong immersion teaching foundational herbalism: plant identification, sustainable foraging, and hands on apothecary skills like tinctures and salves, tailored for beginners seeking practical folk medicine know-how and community practice.
Intensive daylong immersion teaching foundational herbalism: plant identification, sustainable foraging, and hands on apothecary skills like tinctures and salves, tailored for beginners seeking practical folk medicine know-how and community practice.
One-hour virtual training teaching trauma-informed psychological first aid and simple, powerful strategies to support others after crises; free for WNC residents and held weekly on Zoom.
One-hour virtual training teaching trauma-informed psychological first aid and simple, powerful strategies to support others after crises; free for WNC residents and held weekly on Zoom.
One-hour virtual training teaching trauma-informed psychological first aid and simple, powerful strategies to support others after crises; free for WNC residents and held weekly on Zoom.
Seasonal spring plant and artisan sale in the WNC Farmers Market lower lot, featuring potted plants, garden starts, and handmade art from local growers and makers across a three day weekend schedule.
Seasonal spring plant and artisan sale in the WNC Farmers Market lower lot, featuring potted plants, garden starts, and handmade art from local growers and makers across a three day weekend schedule.
Seasonal spring plant and artisan sale in the WNC Farmers Market lower lot, featuring potted plants, garden starts, and handmade art from local growers and makers across a three day weekend schedule.
Botanical inspired works fill the gallery with summer color and garden textures, from florals to plant studies. A seasonal exhibit at the Black Mountain Center for the Arts suited for casual browsing and art lovers.
Botanical inspired works fill the gallery with summer color and garden textures, from florals to plant studies. A seasonal exhibit at the Black Mountain Center for the Arts suited for casual browsing and art lovers.
Botanical inspired works fill the gallery with summer color and garden textures, from florals to plant studies. A seasonal exhibit at the Black Mountain Center for the Arts suited for casual browsing and art lovers.