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Bradford Pear Bounty

Register Here for the BountyWHEN: March 21, 2026; 9AM - 11AMWHERE:Downtown Discovery Garden, 25 Riverside Circle, HayesvilleBradford pears were once planted for their showy white spring blooms; they…

Woman at outdoor table selling jars labeled "Local Honey."

Celebrating National Farmers Market Week 2025 at the Clay County Farmers Market

National Farmers Market Week, observed this year from August 3–9, 2025, is a time to recognize the vital role farmers’ markets play in supporting local agriculture, improving community health, and…

Person wearing "Clay County" shirt planting flowers in a raised wooden garden bed

Raised Bed Salsa Garden Class at Senior Center

The North Carolina Cooperative Extension – Clay County Center recently partnered with the Clay County Senior Center to teach a hands-on class on planting a raised bed salsa garden. Agriculture Agent…

Jars of preserves in Ball Mason Jars on table beside sign reading "GOAT CHEESE"

Farmers Market Opening Day a Success

The Clay County Farmers Market officially opened for its second season on Thursday, May 8, drawing in a strong turnout with its new location and time. Now held on the Hayesville Square from 9 a.m. to…

Raised metal garden beds on a grassy slope with a large tree and blue sky

Getting Started With Raised Bed Gardening

Raised bed gardening is a popular and efficient way to grow vegetables, herbs, and flowers, especially in areas with poor native soil, limited space, or challenging growing conditions. Whether you're…

Hands in gloves planting young pink flowers in a garden bed among orange marigolds

May to-Do List

by Eleanor Moyer, Extension Master Gardener℠ Volunteer of Clay CountyReady, on your mark, get set—It’s Gardening Season!! Till garden beds, working in compost and soil conditioner. Add fertilizer…

Green watering can labeled "PLANTS" and assorted potted flowers arranged on potting soil

Garden Talk Series

N.C. Cooperative Extension - Clay County Center & Clay County Extension Master Gardeners invite you to dig into gardening this season with their upcoming Garden Talk Series, a series of short…

Wooden raised garden beds with seedlings and orange marigolds in a row

Starting Your Own Vegetable Garden

Growing your own vegetables can be a rewarding experience, providing fresh, healthy produce right from your backyard. If you’re new to gardening, getting started may seem overwhelming, but with a…

Lopping shears cutting a thin tree branch against a clear blue sky

Fruit Trees: Training and Pruning

Pruning is an essential practice for maintaining the health, productivity, and longevity of fruit trees. Proper pruning encourages a strong structure, improves fruit quality and production, and…

Sign reading "DOWNTOWN DISCOVERY GARDEN" among flowering plants and shrubs in a community garden

Downtown Discovery Garden | Extension Master Gardeners of Clay County

By: Eleanor Moyer, Extension Master Gardener VolunteerFinally, we have had some rain! While that’s 99% good, it does make for more work. It’s been a busy summer for me with not enough time in the…