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Latest Past Events
Case Studies in Stormwater Management
ONLINE ZOOM PRESENTATIONTired of parts of your yard flooding when it rains? Have you ever wondered what you can do to control stormwater on your property? Maybe you experience property damage from excessive water runoff, live in a community that floods frequently, or care about the health of local streams. Join Extension Master Gardeners Cindy Robertson, Bev Johnston, and Kathryn Kellam, who share helpful advice and lessons learned in managing and capturing stormwater in their Northern Virginia yards.
Simpson Park Demonstration Garden: Tuesdays@10
Simpson Park Demonstration Garden 420 East Monroe Avenue, AlexandriaMeet and talk with Extension Master Gardeners in the Simpson Demonstration Gardens to learn the best uses for fallen leaves and other organic garden waste.
Science & Mythos: Plant Names and the Tales Behind Them
ONLINE ZOOM PRESENTATIONWhat’s in a name? Join Extension Master Gardeners Rebecca Secula and Evin Morrison as they discuss just that. A rose by any other name might smell as sweet, but knowing and understanding the scientific nomenclature of your favorite plants is not only interesting, but a necessary tool in your garden toolkit. Follow along as they discuss the difference between common and scientific names, where plant names come from, and just how much you can glean from the name of a plant alone.