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Learn How to Make a DIY Mosquito Larva Trap
Learn How to Make a DIY Mosquito Larva Trap
Join Extension Master Gardeners for a demonstration on how to make a DIY larva trap sized for patios and balconies, May 28, at the Small Space Garden, any time between 9 and 11 a.m.
Larval traps contain water; straw, hay, grass, or leaves; and Bti (the ingredient in Mosquito Dunks or Bits).Β Bti is a selective insecticide - it targets mosquito larvae but not other wildlife. Females lay eggs in the water, and the larvae that emerge are killed.
π₯¬ Fairlington Farmers Market Plant Clinic
π₯¬ Fairlington Farmers Market Plant Clinic
The Plant Clinic at the Fairlington Farmers Market is staffed byΒ Extension Master Gardeners, who answer general gardening questions as well as questions about pests, diseases, and plant identification. They also provide free soil test kits on request. The Plant Clinic is located at the back of the Fairlington Community Center.
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Simpson Park Demonstration Garden: Tuesdays@10 – What Bugs You?Β Β
Simpson Park Demonstration Garden: Tuesdays@10 – What Bugs You?Β Β
What can homeowners do that is kid safe, pet safe, environmentally responsible, and budget friendly to control those pesky mosquitoes, ticks, and other garden pests that emerge in the spring? And, what about those naughty invasive plants? Stop by the garden from 10:00-11:00 every Tuesday morning where you can get answers to these questions and more from Extension Master Gardeners.
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π± Arlington Central Library Plant Clinic
π± Arlington Central Library Plant Clinic
The Plant Clinic at Arlington Central Library is staffed byΒ VCE Master Gardeners, who answer general gardening questions as well as questions about pests and diseases and plant identification. They also provide free soil test kits on request. The clinic is located in the East Lobby of the Library.
Gardening with Kids:
Library Garden Talk
Gardening with Kids:
Library Garden Talk
Gardening is fun! Learn simple growing techniques to engage children in a lifetime of growing their food. Observe and plant a salsa garden in a container or bed. Quincy Room, …
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Information Night for Extension Master Gardener Volunteer Training – Fall 2023
Information Night for Extension Master Gardener Volunteer Training – Fall 2023
Our next volunteer training class will take place in Fall 2023. We will hold our Information Night on Thursday, June 1stΒ at 7:00 p.m. via Zoom, where you can learn about our program, its requirements, and the application process.
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Summer Pruning
Summer Pruning
Summer provides a second and sometimes much needed time to prune a variety of spring flowering trees and shrubs and to help perennial flowering plants look their best. Summer pruning helps you to improve the overall structure and size of your woody plants or boost fruit and flower production in fruit trees and shrubs.
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π©πΌβπΎ Old Town Farmers’ Market Plant Clinic π¨π»βπΎ
π©πΌβπΎ Old Town Farmers’ Market Plant Clinic π¨π»βπΎ
The Plant Clinic at the Old Town Farmers' Market is staffed byΒ VCE Master Gardeners, who answer general gardening questions as well as questions about pests, diseases, and plant identification. They also provide free soil test kits on request.
π₯ Arlington Courthouse Farmers Market Plant Clinic
π₯ Arlington Courthouse Farmers Market Plant Clinic
The Plant Clinic at Arlington Courthouse is staffed by Extension Master Gardeners, who answer general gardening questions as well as questions about pests and diseases and plant identification. They also provide …
π½ Del Ray Farmers Market Plant Clinic
π½ Del Ray Farmers Market Plant Clinic
The Plant Clinic at Del Ray Farmers Market is staffed byΒ VCE Master Gardeners, who answer general gardening questions as well as questions about pests and diseases and plant identification. They also provide free soil test kits on request.
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π₯¬ Fairlington Farmers Market Plant Clinic
π₯¬ Fairlington Farmers Market Plant Clinic
The Plant Clinic at the Fairlington Farmers Market is staffed byΒ Extension Master Gardeners, who answer general gardening questions as well as questions about pests, diseases, and plant identification. They also provide free soil test kits on request. The Plant Clinic is located at the back of the Fairlington Community Center.
Green Community Celebration and Tour
Green Community Celebration and Tour
Learn how you can make changes at home to help combat climate change. Come and see green renovations, energy efficient technologies, solar energy, rain gardens, and more. Start at Shirlington Library's plaza to see demonstrations and displays of the possibilities, then discover the homes and community spaces in the Green Home and Garden Tour to see those possibilities in action.
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Simpson Park Demonstration Garden: Tuesdays@10 – Hey June Bug!Β Β
Simpson Park Demonstration Garden: Tuesdays@10 – Hey June Bug!Β Β
Do you know this month insects, birds, wildlife, and native plants are celebrated all over the world? Extension Master Gardeners at Simpson Gardens will be celebrating pollinators every Tuesday from 10 to 11:00 am and available to answer gardening questions. Learn about butterfly soaks and visit the beautiful Pollinator Garden to watch pollinators in action!
#PollinatorWeek
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π± Arlington Central Library Plant Clinic
π± Arlington Central Library Plant Clinic
The Plant Clinic at Arlington Central Library is staffed byΒ VCE Master Gardeners, who answer general gardening questions as well as questions about pests and diseases and plant identification. They also provide free soil test kits on request. The clinic is located in the East Lobby of the Library.
Fresh Produce for the Table:
Library Garden Talk
Fresh Produce for the Table:
Library Garden Talk
Learn some delicious and nutritious recipes to prepare fresh and seasonal produce for your table. Quincy Room, outside by the parking lot entranceFree, no registration required Sponsored by Friends of …
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Native Trees and Shrubs for Pollinators
Native Trees and Shrubs for Pollinators
In anticipation of National Pollinator Week, join Extension Master Gardener Elaine Mills to learn about our native pollinators, their needs and preferences, and which plant species will offer the best sources of nourishment for their full life cycles. She introduces over 30 understory trees and shrubs native to the Mid-Atlantic and the Southeast, describes their characteristics, growth requirements, and landscape uses to add beauty to your garden.
3 events,
π©πΌβπΎ Old Town Farmers’ Market Plant Clinic π¨π»βπΎ
π©πΌβπΎ Old Town Farmers’ Market Plant Clinic π¨π»βπΎ
The Plant Clinic at the Old Town Farmers' Market is staffed byΒ VCE Master Gardeners, who answer general gardening questions as well as questions about pests, diseases, and plant identification. They also provide free soil test kits on request.
π₯ Arlington Courthouse Farmers Market Plant Clinic
π₯ Arlington Courthouse Farmers Market Plant Clinic
The Plant Clinic at Arlington Courthouse is staffed by Extension Master Gardeners, who answer general gardening questions as well as questions about pests and diseases and plant identification. They also provide …
π½ Del Ray Farmers Market Plant Clinic
π½ Del Ray Farmers Market Plant Clinic
The Plant Clinic at Del Ray Farmers Market is staffed byΒ VCE Master Gardeners, who answer general gardening questions as well as questions about pests and diseases and plant identification. They also provide free soil test kits on request.
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π₯¬ Fairlington Farmers Market Plant Clinic
π₯¬ Fairlington Farmers Market Plant Clinic
The Plant Clinic at the Fairlington Farmers Market is staffed byΒ Extension Master Gardeners, who answer general gardening questions as well as questions about pests, diseases, and plant identification. They also provide free soil test kits on request. The Plant Clinic is located at the back of the Fairlington Community Center.
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Simpson Park Demonstration Garden: Tuesdays@10 – Hey June Bug!Β Β
Simpson Park Demonstration Garden: Tuesdays@10 – Hey June Bug!Β Β
Do you know this month insects, birds, wildlife, and native plants are celebrated all over the world? Extension Master Gardeners at Simpson Gardens will be celebrating pollinators every Tuesday from 10 to 11:00 am and available to answer gardening questions. Learn about butterfly soaks and visit the beautiful Pollinator Garden to watch pollinators in action!
#PollinatorWeek
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π± Arlington Central Library Plant Clinic
π± Arlington Central Library Plant Clinic
The Plant Clinic at Arlington Central Library is staffed byΒ VCE Master Gardeners, who answer general gardening questions as well as questions about pests and diseases and plant identification. They also provide free soil test kits on request. The clinic is located in the East Lobby of the Library.
Feed your Soil for Happy Vegetables:
Library Garden Talk
Feed your Soil for Happy Vegetables:
Library Garden Talk
Itβs not just getting your veggies the right kinds of nutrition - timing is everything. The right fertilizer at the right time and soil building with compost mean maximum productivity. …
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π©πΌβπΎ Old Town Farmers’ Market Plant Clinic π¨π»βπΎ
π©πΌβπΎ Old Town Farmers’ Market Plant Clinic π¨π»βπΎ
The Plant Clinic at the Old Town Farmers' Market is staffed byΒ VCE Master Gardeners, who answer general gardening questions as well as questions about pests, diseases, and plant identification. They also provide free soil test kits on request.
π₯ Arlington Courthouse Farmers Market Plant Clinic
π₯ Arlington Courthouse Farmers Market Plant Clinic
The Plant Clinic at Arlington Courthouse is staffed by Extension Master Gardeners, who answer general gardening questions as well as questions about pests and diseases and plant identification. They also provide …
π½ Del Ray Farmers Market Plant Clinic
π½ Del Ray Farmers Market Plant Clinic
The Plant Clinic at Del Ray Farmers Market is staffed byΒ VCE Master Gardeners, who answer general gardening questions as well as questions about pests and diseases and plant identification. They also provide free soil test kits on request.
2 events,
π₯¬ Fairlington Farmers Market Plant Clinic
π₯¬ Fairlington Farmers Market Plant Clinic
The Plant Clinic at the Fairlington Farmers Market is staffed byΒ Extension Master Gardeners, who answer general gardening questions as well as questions about pests, diseases, and plant identification. They also provide free soil test kits on request. The Plant Clinic is located at the back of the Fairlington Community Center.
Demonstration Gardens Open House
Demonstration Gardens Open House
The Sunny Demonstration Garden and the Quarry Shade Demonstration Garden at Bon Air Park are teaming up to provide you the maximum opportunity to ask questions about gardening: plants, techniques, sources! Whether your yard is sunny or shady, come have a discussion about how to improve your look and learn about plants that will suit your situation.
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Simpson Park Demonstration Garden: Tuesdays@10 – Hey June Bug!Β Β
Simpson Park Demonstration Garden: Tuesdays@10 – Hey June Bug!Β Β
Do you know this month insects, birds, wildlife, and native plants are celebrated all over the world? Extension Master Gardeners at Simpson Gardens will be celebrating pollinators every Tuesday from 10 to 11:00 am and available to answer gardening questions. Learn about butterfly soaks and visit the beautiful Pollinator Garden to watch pollinators in action!
#PollinatorWeek
2 events,
π± Arlington Central Library Plant Clinic
π± Arlington Central Library Plant Clinic
The Plant Clinic at Arlington Central Library is staffed byΒ VCE Master Gardeners, who answer general gardening questions as well as questions about pests and diseases and plant identification. They also provide free soil test kits on request. The clinic is located in the East Lobby of the Library.
Good Bugs! Bad Bugs! β Know the difference:
Library Garden Talk
Good Bugs! Bad Bugs! β Know the difference:
Library Garden Talk
Theyβre part of the pattern of nature and growing fresh produce. Learn to encourage good bugs and help them combat the bad guys. Quincy Room, outside by the parking lot …
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Edible Landscape Design
Edible Landscape Design
You can have it all! Attractive plants, a cohesive design AND a harvestable crop from your landscapedΒ areas. Kirsten Conrad, Agriculture/Natural Resources Extension Agent for Arlington and the City of Alexandria shows participants how to use design principles and best management practices to create attractive landscapes of fruit trees, perennial vegetables, herbs, and even annual edibles to make your landscape not only beautiful but also productive.
4 events,
π©πΌβπΎ Old Town Farmers’ Market Plant Clinic π¨π»βπΎ
π©πΌβπΎ Old Town Farmers’ Market Plant Clinic π¨π»βπΎ
The Plant Clinic at the Old Town Farmers' Market is staffed byΒ VCE Master Gardeners, who answer general gardening questions as well as questions about pests, diseases, and plant identification. They also provide free soil test kits on request.
π₯ Arlington Courthouse Farmers Market Plant Clinic
π₯ Arlington Courthouse Farmers Market Plant Clinic
The Plant Clinic at Arlington Courthouse is staffed by Extension Master Gardeners, who answer general gardening questions as well as questions about pests and diseases and plant identification. They also provide …
π½ Del Ray Farmers Market Plant Clinic
π½ Del Ray Farmers Market Plant Clinic
The Plant Clinic at Del Ray Farmers Market is staffed byΒ VCE Master Gardeners, who answer general gardening questions as well as questions about pests and diseases and plant identification. They also provide free soil test kits on request.
Hands-On Summer Pruning Class
Hands-On Summer Pruning Class
All plants benefit from pruning! Come learn with Extension Master Gardeners Angela McNamara, Molly Newling and Claire Wade about the best techniques for summer pruning: how to prune your spring blooming shrubs and trees, and techniques for keeping your summer flowers at their best.
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π₯¬ Fairlington Farmers Market Plant Clinic
π₯¬ Fairlington Farmers Market Plant Clinic
The Plant Clinic at the Fairlington Farmers Market is staffed byΒ Extension Master Gardeners, who answer general gardening questions as well as questions about pests, diseases, and plant identification. They also provide free soil test kits on request. The Plant Clinic is located at the back of the Fairlington Community Center.
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1 event,
Simpson Park Demonstration Garden: Tuesdays@10 – Hey June Bug!Β Β
Simpson Park Demonstration Garden: Tuesdays@10 – Hey June Bug!Β Β
Do you know this month insects, birds, wildlife, and native plants are celebrated all over the world? Extension Master Gardeners at Simpson Gardens will be celebrating pollinators every Tuesday from 10 to 11:00 am and available to answer gardening questions. Learn about butterfly soaks and visit the beautiful Pollinator Garden to watch pollinators in action!
#PollinatorWeek
2 events,
π± Arlington Central Library Plant Clinic
π± Arlington Central Library Plant Clinic
The Plant Clinic at Arlington Central Library is staffed byΒ VCE Master Gardeners, who answer general gardening questions as well as questions about pests and diseases and plant identification. They also provide free soil test kits on request. The clinic is located in the East Lobby of the Library.
Preventing Vegetable Diseases:
Library Garden Talk
Preventing Vegetable Diseases:
Library Garden Talk
Our areaβs hot, humid summers make vegetables vulnerable to diseases. Learn how to recognize and control their occurrence and spread Quincy Room, outside by the parking lot entranceFree, no registration …
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