Extension Master Gardener℠ Volunteers produce an award-winning syndicated radio show and podcast. Our stories explore gardening in our region, the intersection of horticulture and innovation, and the people who are leading the way.
Harold Johnson - image by Lucy Bradley-CC-BY
Harold Johnson, Extension Master Gardener Volunteer in Durham County is the Producer, Director, and voice of the program.
Episodes of Getting Dirty In your Garden are available as a downloadable podcast and thanks to Georgiana Kiggins, an Extension Master Gardener Volunteer in Lee County, a transcript of each episode is also available on the website.
Stefan Bloodworth, Image by Annabel Renwick, CC-BY
Charles Murphy, Extension Master Gardener Volunteer in Durham County, interviews Stefan Bloodworth who is the curator of the Blomquist Native Plant Garden at Sarah P. Duke Gardens about Piedmont Prairie.
Conservation Scientist at Wildlands Network Photo by Harold Johnson-CC-BY
Harold Johnson, Extension Master Gardener Volunteer in Durham County, interviewed Dr. Ron Sutherland, Conservation Scientist at Wildlands Network. Learn what you need to know about finding snakes in your yard, and how they are an important part of the ecosystem!
Mr. Kaybay and Students started a Pollinator Habitat Garden at East Chapel Hill High School - Photo by Harold Johnson, CC-BY
Three students at East Chapel Hill High School, Brooke, Julia and Danielle, and Environmental Science Teacher, Mr. Edward Kaybay, share their experience starting a pollinator garden at their school. Listen to their interview to hear their good work!
Bobby Ward at J.C. Raulston Exhibit at D.H. Hill Library - Photo by Harold Johnson, CC-BY
Bobby Ward, author of Chlorophyll in his Veins, J. C. Raulston Horticultural Ambassador, shares his insight into the life of J. C. Raulston. The exhibit, "Plan and Plant for a Better World" will be at D.H. Hill Library until January 8, 2017.
NC State Extension Horticulture Agent-Chatham County
Saturday, April 30, 2016, NC Extension Master Gardener Plant Sale Johnston County 8a.m. to 12p.m. Natives, annuals, perennials, vegetables, herbs, house plants and more. 715 Amelia Church Rd., Clayton, NC
Tune in for expert advise on selecting and growing tomatoes in North Carolina. The NC Tomato Man, Craig LeHoullier, shares history, tips and interesting facts.
Dr. John Harrelson
Dr. John Harrelson Tips and strategies for gardeners to prevent injuries to backs, shoulders, necks and wrists.
Cheralyn Schmidt, Horticulture Agent, Durham County
