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Organic Vegetable Garden Pepperfest!

Organic Vegetable Garden @ Potomac Overlook Regional Park 2845 N. Marcey Road, Arlington, VA, United States

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.

Free
A local Master Gardener uses mini-clover as a lawn replacement.
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Simpson Park Demonstration Garden: Tuesdays@10

Simpson Park Demonstration Garden 420 East Monroe Avenue, Alexandria, Virginia

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.

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The Residential Greenhouse –
Gardener’s Tool, Garden Room, or Both?

ONLINE ZOOM PRESENTATION

Do you dream of having your own greenhouse? What kind of greenhouse? Do you simply want to protect your tropical plants in winter, raise tomatoes in January, or start all your bedding annuals and vegetables from seed? Maybe it is your fantasy to build a Victorian-style conservatory full of exotic plants? Join Extension Master Gardener Beth Buffington, and some of her greenhouse-loving friends to view a number of available options and discover resources to help you with your choices.

Free
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Event Series Fairlington Farmers Market Plant Clinic

🥬 Fairlington Farmers Market Plant Clinic

Fairlington Community Center 3308 S Stafford St, Arlington, VA

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.

A local Master Gardener uses mini-clover as a lawn replacement.
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Simpson Park Demonstration Garden: Tuesdays@10

Simpson Park Demonstration Garden 420 East Monroe Avenue, Alexandria, Virginia

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.

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Event Series 🌱 Arlington Central Library Plant Clinic

🌱 Arlington Central Library Plant Clinic

Arlington Central Library 1015 N. Quincy Street, Arlington, Virginia

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.

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Event Series 2023 Library Garden Talks

Garlic – Plant it Now:
Library Garden Talk

Arlington Central Library 1015 N. Quincy Street, Arlington, Virginia

Are you a garlic lover? Learn about how to plant and when to harvest garlic, plus the history and many types of garlic to choose from. Room Location TBAFree, no registration required Sponsored by Friends of Urban Agriculture and Extension Master Gardeners

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Free Tree Fall Giveaway, 2023

Small Trees Make Big Canopies Nursery 4436 16th St North, Arlington, Virginia

Come get a free tree at the Small Trees Make Big Canopies Nursery on September 30 from 9 a.m. to noon.

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Simpson Park Demonstration Garden: Tuesdays@10

Simpson Park Demonstration Garden 420 East Monroe Avenue, Alexandria, Virginia

Meet and talk with Extension Master Gardeners in the Simpson Demonstration Gardens to learn the best uses for fallen leaves and other organic garden waste.