NSVMGA sponsors a variety of programs in Page County, Virginia, including…
Page County Fair – Extension Master Gardeners aide in the identification and classification of adult and youth horticultural specimens brought to the fair for judging. They also staff a Water Quality informational booth during the fair.
Plant Clinic – Extension Master Gardeners hold a Plant Clinic at Massanutten Country Corner outside Luray on alternating Saturday mornings, April through October, 10am to1 pm. Bring your gardening questions to our booth, and we’ll provide research-based answers. At 11am, EMGs will provide a free presentation on gardening topics. The 2025 schedule follows.
- May 24: Growing Culinary Herbs — Hot to grow herbs that will enhance your harvest
- June 14: Designing Container Gardens — Learn how to design beautiful, sustainable container gardens for your outdoor spaces
- June 28: Composting — Explore cold and hot composting methods and how to turn waste into rich garden soil
- July 12: Garden Harvesting — Get practical tips on harvesting a variety of vegetables successfully
- July 26: Perennials, Annuals, and Biennials — What are the differences, benefits, and garden uses of each?
- August 9: Seed Starting for Fall Crops — A hands-on demo of seed-starting techniques
- August 23: Native Bees — Learn about native bees, their role in ecosystems, and how to support them
- September 13: Landscape Design with Native Plants — Learn to incorporate native plants into your landscape and support pollinators
- September 27: Seed Saving — A hands-on session on saving seeds and saving money
- October 11: Keystone Species & Pollinators — Discover what to plant to support pollinators and help restore ecosystems
- October 25: Putting the Garden to Bed — End the season right by learning to prepare your garden for winter
Seed Lending Library – Extension Master Gardeners offer free seeds at the Page Public Library in Luray. Learn the satisfaction and benefits of gardening then harvest and return a portion of the seeds to the library to share with others.
To learn more about the projects that take place in Page County or to get help with your home gardening questions, contact us at:
- Phone: 540-778-5794
- E-mail: pagecounty.ask.a.mg@gmail.com
- Location: VCE Office, 215 West Main Street, Suite C, Stanley, VA 22851
- Question Drop-Off Hours: Monday through Friday, 8am–5pm
If you have questions about our programs, please email us at nsvmganews@gmail.com.
