WELCOME!
Our home is the beautiful and historic Village of Pinehurst, located in the Sandhills of North Carolina. Known as the home of American golf and the longleaf pine ecosystem, its temperate climate makes gardening a popular activity.
Plant of the Month
Question of the Month
Can You Identify This Interesting Critter?
Actually, it’s not so interesting. The spotted lanternfly is an invasive species that is doing a number on some agricultural crops and trees. Click here for more information.
Events/Lectures/Workshops
Tues., March 1, 10:00-Noon – Pruning Talk & Demonstration
Moore Cnty. Cooperative Extension Agent Savanah Laur will discuss the dos and don’ts of pruning and provide guidance on pruning techniques. Sandhills Community College
Fri., March 25, 1:00-3:00 -Container Gardening
Hilarie Blevins will present new ideas and techniques for container gardening. Sandhills Community College
Fri., April 8, 11:00-1:00 – Hydrangea Painting Class
Paint on a framed 16×20 screen to creat a lovely textured hydrangea floral design. Supplies will be furnished. Members $70, nonmembers $75. Sandhills Community College
Sat., Apr. 9, 9:00-Noon – Sandhills Hort. Soc. Spring Plant Sale
Perennials, woody plants, bulbs. Homer Parking Lot, Sandhills Community College
Sat., Apr. 19, 11:00-Noon – The Importance of Soil Testing
Deborah Branson, Master Gardener and farmer, will speak about soil testing and how we can make our soil more productive. Sandhills Community College
Garden Tours
Sat., Apr. 9 – Southern Pines Garden Club Home and Garden Tour. Tickets available soon
The North Carolina Extension Service Pollinator Paradise Demonstration Garden in Pittsboro is open for touring. Virtual tours are also available. Click here for more information.