Master Gardeners of Northern Virginia
Promoting environmentally sound gardening practices for over 35 years!
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.
The Plant Clinic at the Small Space Garden 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 coincides with the Fairlington Farmers Market and is located at the back of the Fairlington Community Center.
June is Pollinator Month! During the month of June our weekly education focus will be interesting and fun facts about pollinators, how you can protect them, and the benefits of native plants. National Pollinator Week is June 20 to June 26.
National Pollinator Week is the perfect occasion to discuss the small animals that perform such an important role in our home landscapes. Join Extension Master Gardener Elaine Mills to learn about the characteristics of pollinators and the plants native to the Mid-Atlantic region that will attract them and fill their needs, whether your garden space is large or limited to a patio or balcony. Best gardening practices for pollinators and special considerations for designing containers of native plants are also explained.
Kids are invited to learn about being a beekeeper, Sunday, June 26 at 10:30 am
It’s Pollinator Month! During the month of June our weekly education focus will be interesting and fun facts about pollinators, how you can protect them, and the benefits of native plants. National Pollinator Week is June 20 to June 26. Did you know that Pollinator Week is celebrated all over the world?
Join Kirsten Conrad, Agriculture/Natural Resources Extension Agent for Arlington and the City of Alexandria, to learn how to identify common diseases that affect your vegetable garden. Kirsten will provide tips and tricks on how to limit and even prevent damage to your vegetable crops.
As our changing climate brings more unpredictable weather patterns, gardeners play an increasingly important role in serving as stewards of the environment. Extension Master Gardeners Elaine Mills and Elizabeth Collaton will present five categories of practical actions homeowners can take in their own backyards to either mitigate or adapt to changes in our climate.
Join Kirsten Conrad, Agriculture/Natural Resources Extension Agent for Arlington and the City of Alexandria for a class on recognizing common injurious insects in your vegetable garden. Learn how to attract and encourage beneficial insects to assist you in fighting off these pests. Kirsten will cover tips and tricks for limiting and even preventing damage from insect pests on your vegetable crops.
Wondering what to plant when the weather starts to cool? Consider carrots, leafy greens, or garlic for starters. Join Extension Master Gardener Dona Lee to learn what to plant when and simple tips for success. Dona discusses inexpensive techniques to extend your harvest and ways to enjoy some of your crops in the dead of winter. She also discusses how to select and plant winter cover crops to improve your soil for next year.
Kids will learn composting basics by creating a Soil-arium. Captain Compost, the superhero of soil will be there to “cook” some fun for your garden. Ages 5-10.
Limited to 15 kids due to space constraints. First come/first served.
All pest control at Simpson Park Demonstration Garden is done by hand and without the aid of chemical treatments. We continue to educate and illustrate these techniques and more to our many Tuesday/Thursday visitors to our very popular community garden.