The N.C. Cooperative Extension Service will hold a free seminar on starting and growing your grape vines.  This event will be held on Tuesday, March 5th, from 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. at the Macon Extension Center on 193 Thomas Heights Rd. Franklin NC.

This seminar is geared for those new to growing grapes or desiring to learn how to maintain your grape vines. Participants will learn about site selection and preparation, proper soil and plant fertility needs, spacing, trellising, weed control, choosing the right cultivars, pruning, harvesting and more. Finally, we will discuss the most common disease and insect problems and their possible control options.

For more information, go to the N.C. Cooperative Extension, Macon County Center Website, or contact the N.C. Cooperative Extension, Macon County Center to register at 828 349 2046 or e-mail Debbie Hunter at debbie_hunter@ncsu.edu

N.C. Cooperative Extension is an equal opportunity provider.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, N.C. Cooperative Extension will honor requests for reasonable accommodations made by individuals with disabilities. Please direct accommodation requests to: Christy Bredenkamp, christine_bredenkamp@ncsu.edu,  or 828-349-2046. Requests can be served more effectively if notice is provided at least 10 days before the event.