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Author: Master Gardeners

Past Presentations

Posted on May 4, 2013July 4, 2014 by Master Gardeners

From the Garden in the Valley Symposium Held March 16, 2013 See Allan Straw Presentation on Vegetable Varieties and Production Practices Here.

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Organic Gardening

Posted on February 25, 2013 by Master Gardeners

Saturday March 2 Larry Scislowicz will be presenting on Organic Gardening at the Samuels Library in Front Royal at 1 pm. Larry operates the On Simple Grounds Farm and manages the Front Royal’s Farmer’s Market. Larry’s farm embraces the principles of permaculture and sustainable agriculture. His presentation will cover seed starting, composting, soil preparation and…

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Some New Resources

Posted on June 13, 2012September 24, 2019 by Master Gardeners

Came across these links on the Extension.org site. Thought there might be some interesting information for you MG’s here. Master Gardener Blogs California Master Gardeners Florida Master Gardener Program Illinois Master Gardener (Imagine Blog) Louisiana Master Gardener Blog Minnesota Master Gardeners: Over the Backyard Fence Ohio Master Gardener Volunteer Program Oregon State University Extension Master…

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Hypertufa How To

Posted on November 7, 2011May 5, 2014 by Master Gardeners

Hypertufa is a man-made version of a natural rock known as tufa, a very porous rock that was once used for stone watering troughs. It can be used for anything from a simple pot to elaborate garden art. The items you will need include the following: Large bin or wheelbarrow to mix the ingredients in…

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What Is A Watershed?

Posted on October 20, 2011October 23, 2011 by Master Gardeners

A watershed is the area of land where all of the water that is under it or drains off of it goes into the same place. John Wesley Powell, scientist geographer, put it best when he said that a watershed is: “that area of land, a bounded hydrologic system, within which all living things are…

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Time to Plant Bulbs

Posted on October 4, 2011 by Master Gardeners

Now is the time for planting many of our flowering bulbs for spring bloom. Hardy, spring-flowering bulbs are planted in fall. Hardy, fall-flowering bulbs, such as colchicum, are planted in August. Tender, summer-flowering bulbs are planted in the spring after danger of frost. Lilies are best planted in late fall. It is best to check…

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Stink Bug Update

Posted on October 3, 2011October 4, 2011 by Master Gardeners

Frustrated gardeners send or bring pictures to the Extension office of their tomatoes, peppers and sweet corn covered with nymphs and adults of brown marmorated stink bugs. Each person was so frustrated by this bug they were ready to give up on gardening. One gardener said they went out to their garden with a wet/dry…

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American Pennyroyal

Posted on October 3, 2011October 4, 2011 by Master Gardeners

Getting to know Native Plants by Richard Stromberg American Pennyroyal Have you smelled a strong mint odor while walking across a field or through the woods?  You probably stepped on or brushed American Pennyroyal (Hedeoma pulegioides).  You usually don’t see this small plant (4-18 inches tall), only smell it.  Its flowers are small, about 1/16th of an…

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Welcome!

Posted on October 1, 2011May 5, 2014 by Master Gardeners

Welcome to The Northern Shenandoah Valley Master Gardener Blog. Check back often for the lastest news and information. To view slide show, click on thumbnail and use navigation. [nggallery id=2]

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Extension Master Gardener Lynn led a talk and workshop this weekend on how to use plant material to decorate for the holidays. The attendees had a great time learning and creating together, and made some beautiful decor!

Want to give it a try? Learn how at www.johnson.k-state.edu/lawn-garden/agent-articles/miscellaneous/holiday-decorating-with-fresh-gr.... If you want in-person help, Lynn teaches a similar workshop each year, so keep an eye on our website and this page for next year’s schedule!
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