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Getting to Know Hendo
Our podcast shines a spotlight on small businesses, events, and opportunities in Hendersonville County, NC. Known for its welcoming atmosphere and friendly residents, this area is full of warmth and charm. Whether you're a local or a visitor, this podcast is your guide to discovering local businesses and leaders who make the area so special. Each episode features interviews with passionate business owners, event organizers, and community leaders who are making a real impact. We explore their challenges, triumphs, and the lessons they've learned, offering inspiration and practical advice for entrepreneurs and community members alike. Tune in to uncover hidden gems, learn about upcoming events, and connect with the vibrant culture of Hendersonville and beyond. Join us as we celebrate the creativity, resilience, and the genuinely kind people who make these communities thrive!
Getting to Know Hendo
Growing Stronger Communities Through Horticulture with Steve Pettis
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In this episode, we sit down with Steve Pettis, a Commercial and Consumer Horticulture Extension Agent with N.C. Cooperative Extension serving Henderson County through North Carolina State University. Steve brings decades of hands-on experience in the green industry and is known for delivering practical, research-based solutions that help both home gardeners and commercial growers succeed.
From plant health and sustainable landscapes to supporting local nurseries, greenhouses, and Master Gardener volunteers, Steve’s work focuses on strengthening both gardens and the communities around them. He also connects with the public through workshops, speaking engagements, and media outreach—making horticulture approachable, actionable, and impactful for everyone.
Whether you’re growing tomatoes in your backyard or managing acres of production, Steve shares insights that help you grow smarter and cultivate healthier, more resilient landscapes.
https://www.facebook.com/PlantDocHendo/
100 Jackson Park Road, Hendersonville, NC
gardeninginthemountains@gmail.com
Music Credit / Band Bio
Today’s intro and outro music is brought to you by Apple Country String Band, a Western North Carolina favorite known for their high-energy blend of old-time, bluegrass, folk, and Americana. With driving fiddle, banjo, guitar, and rich harmonies, they deliver toe-tapping, front-porch-style string music that captures the spirit of the mountains and keeps every crowd smiling.
https://www.facebook.com/AppleCountryStringBand/
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