Articles in regional publications that pertain to a wide range of North Carolina-related topics.
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for "Chase, Nan K"
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22413
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North Carolina holds many festivals throughout the year, including the dogwood, collard, strawberry, and shad. Chase describes the newest one now in its second year at Mountain Farm near Burnsville--the Lavender Festival. The two-day event offers demonstrations on cooking with lavender and how to make essential oils. Also featured are garden tours, cultivation tips, and tasting some foods like lavender bread and ice cream.
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22414
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Painter and sculptor Wayne Trapp came with his wife, photographer Frederica Georgia, to Western North Carolina from Vermont in 1980. His home and workplace is located deep in the woods from Boone. There he works to fill an ever-expanding list of major sculpture commissions from individuals, corporations, and public institutions.
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23652
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Blue Ridge Biofuels uses reclaimed vegetable oil to provide an alternative to diesel fuel. At a time when gas prices are rising, biofuels are becoming increasingly popular.
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23735
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Bird watchers track broad trends in avian behavior that may help scientists understand today's environmental health and make predictions about the climatic future.
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23860
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Avery and Watauga counties have much to offer as far as beautiful vistas are concerned. The author discusses what to see and do in the winter months in Western North Carolina.
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WNC Magazine
(NoCar F261 .W64), Vol. 7 Issue 1, January/February 2013,
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25580
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For many residents in Sparta, the new Hardee’s is not just a fast food restaurant but a beacon of economic hope. The town’s unemployment is low, but so are the wages. The county’s per-capita income is ranked 74th among North Carolina’s 100 counties.
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Independent Weekly
(NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 2 Issue 6, March30-April 2 1984,
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34381
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Brothers Tim and Matt Nichols run one of the largest Japanese maple tree operations in the country, propagating and shipping more than one-thousand cultivars. Their business, Mr. Maple nursery, is located in East Flat Rock, Henderson County. In addition to the maples, the Nichols brothers grow nearly five-hundred other kinds of woody ornamental shrubs, including varieties of ginkgo trees and dawn redwoods.
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34801
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Cauliflower is a more difficult vegetable to grow but is well-suited for some areas in the Carolinas. This article discusses where, when, and how to grow cauliflower in your home garden, as well as the best places to buy seeds in North Carolina.
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Carolina Gardener
(NoCar SB 453.2 N8 C37), Vol. 29 Issue 1, February 2017,
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34804
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Pears are one of the hardiest and easiest fruiting trees to plant in North Carolina. Not only do they yield fruit early, but they are also cost-effective, can cross-pollinate, and sprout beautiful white flowers in the Spring.
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Carolina Gardener
(NoCar SB 453.2 N8 C37), Vol. 29 Issue 2, March 2017,
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34807
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While most crabapple trees have a reputation for being too sour, there are several varieties to be found in North Carolina that are sweet. They are perfect for canning, cooking, pressing into cider and juice, or just eating right off the tree. They are very hardy trees, need little maintenance, and can yield hundreds of pounds of fruit per season.
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Carolina Gardener
(NoCar SB 453.2 N8 C37), Vol. 29 Issue 3, April 2017,
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34808
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A wide variety of pumpkins can be grown in the Carolinas. They need plenty of space, sun, water, and good soil in order to grow. This article gives tips and tricks to ensuring that your next pumpkin crop is healthy.
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Carolina Gardener
(NoCar SB 453.2 N8 C37), Vol. 29 Issue 3, April 2017,
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34810
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Blueberries are a hardy, versatile fruit-bearing shrub that does well in the Carolinas. This article outlines the ways to grow and care for blueberry bushes and which variety to choose in each climate.
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Carolina Gardener
(NoCar SB 453.2 N8 C37), Vol. 29 Issue 4, May 2017,
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34812
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There are a large number of avocational garden groups across North Carolina. The stereotype of silver-haired ladies and luncheons is far from the truth—these groups are open to Carolinians of all ages and experience levels. Some of these societies emphasize volunteer work by supplementing food banks or beautifying public spaces. Others are plant specific and emphasize growing certain species. Several societies are detailed in the article which includes further contact information for interested readers.
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Carolina Gardener
(NoCar SB 453.2 N8 C37), Vol. 28 Issue 1, February 2016,
p17-20, il, por
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34815
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Craig LeHoullier, a Raleigh resident, has worked with heirloom tomatoes over the past four decades. Ordering heirloom varieties through the mail, LeHoullier aims to expand heirloom accessibility through seed companies. He also experiments with several varieties, breeding them for characteristics that make them accessible to a wider range of growers. His work has culminated in two books for tomato growers.
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Carolina Gardener
(NoCar SB 453.2 N8 C37), Vol. 28 Issue 2, March 2016,
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34819
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The author discusses several garden tours in North Carolina ideal for a weekend getaway. Asheville, North Carolina, boasts several gardens including an arboretum, boulder garden, and “remediation” garden established to clean retired industrial areas. In contrast, several gardens around Edenton, North Carolina, have been cultivated into exquisite English period gardens which emphasize the area’s colonial history.
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