Master Gardeners of Northern Virginia
Promoting environmentally sound gardening practices for over 35 years!
Healthy soil is alive with worms, soil bacteria, fungi, and other critters and microorganisms. Kids are invited to come brainstorm what critters live in the soil and then explore some soil samples from different places to see what they can find.
Healthy soil is alive with worms, soil bacteria, fungi, and other critters and microorganisms. Kids are invited to come brainstorm what critters live in the soil and then explore some soil samples from different places to see what they can find.
Meet and talk with Extension Master Gardeners in the Simpson Demonstration Gardens to learn about lawn alternatives suitable for our climate and your growing conditions.
Do you love having fresh flowers in your home or giving them as gifts? Do you have a sunny spot in your garden or outside your home? Join Extension Master Gardener Nicole McGrew to learn about creating your own cutting garden to grow fresh flowers across seasons.
The Plant Clinic at the Old Town Farmers' Market is staffed by 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.
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 free soil test kits on request.
The Plant Clinic at Del Ray Farmers Market is staffed by 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 Plant Clinic at the Fairlington Farmers Market is staffed by 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.
Come sample the many kinds of peppers we grow and tour the garden! Extension Master Gardeners will answer questions about growing peppers, tomatoes, and other beloved summer crops as well as how to get a Fall harvest. We’ll also cover topics such as composting, soil preparation, seed selection, and protecting crops from insects and animals.
Meet and talk with Extension Master Gardeners in the Simpson Demonstration Gardens to learn about lawn alternatives suitable for our climate and your growing conditions.
The Plant Clinic at Arlington Central Library is staffed by 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.
Don’t let wintry chills stop you from enjoying fresh greens. Learn what and how to grow nutritious microgreens all winter long. It’s easy! Room Location TBAFree, no registration required Sponsored by Friends of Urban Agriculture and Extension Master Gardeners