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Think Green Thursdays

Think Green Thursdays (TGT) are the gardening classes offered by the N.C. Cooperative Extension service in Alamance County. The …

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February 2023 Alamance Gardener

Head outdoors at winter’s end read how to get ready for spring in this month’s edition of Alamance Gardener Alamance …

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Eat With the Seasons

It’s winter. You’ve just purchased some strawberries at your local grocery. You get home, wash them, and settle in …

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January 2023 Alamance Gardener

Think Green Thursdays (and some Saturdays) are scheduled beginning February 9 at Buster Sykes Farm and Forest. Read all …

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Alamance Gardener September 2022

Thinking of going Native? Read here for some great September ideas to get you started! Alamance Gardener SEPT …

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July 2022 Issue of Alamance Gardener

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Alamance Gardener - June 2022

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