Education

The times they are a changing! Gardeners are among the first aware of the differences caused by climate change in our landscapes. We see the effects of the loss of biodiversity in our properties and those of our neighbors and the impacts on birds, butterflies, and other pollinators and critters. Gardeners, as University of Delaware […]

Growing herbs in your garden is very versatile – they are yummy and pretty, too! Whatever your reason for planting herbs, this ‘Basics’ class will discuss the ingredients you need to grow both annual and perennial herbs, whether they thrive in sunny or shady conditions or need lots of moisture or very little. If you […]

Master Gardener led Educational Program at Farmington What are native plants and why should you be including them in your planting plans? What conditions do you need to grow natives successfully? Most importantly, this class will define a shade versus a sun garden, and look/describe specific natives that you should consider adding to shady spots […]

July is the month we harvest our vegetables.  Families will learn about harvesting practices and general tips for preserving foods. Meet in the Pavillion    Open to all ages, including families with children ages 5-12. Max class participants 12 Its Cultural Pass Day at Farmington-Bring your Passport and enjoy the other activities after your class!

Garden Question TipTimeText-in Have a question about your edible or ornamental gardening efforts or just need a second opinion? Text in with your questions the second Monday of each month and a Jefferson County Master Gardener will provide the information you need or get answers for you from the Jefferson County Extension Service. Text your […]

Master Gardener led Garden Education at Farmington Are native plants weedy and invasive? Will your garden or landscapes look messy if you include them? This class will briefly discuss native plants in a general way: what are they; what does a native garden look like; and the argument for including natives in your planted spaces. […]

Have a question about your edible or ornamental gardening efforts or just need a second opinion? Text in with your questions the third Monday of each month and a Jefferson County Master Gardener will provide the information you need or get answers for you from the Jefferson County Extension Service. Text your garden questions to […]

September is the month to discover which seeds are sprouting in the fall garden and which plants need thinning!  Families will learn how to continue gardening throughout the fall season! Meet in the Pavillion. Open to all ages, including families with children ages 5-12. Master Gardener led Garden Education at Farmington

At this time in the gardening season, we have planted our pollinator and wildlife gardens and they have been growing for months or more. We will tour pollinator gardens at Farmington and see how they look as we move into Autumn and cooler temperatures and discuss what care they need and other tips for ensuring […]

As ecologically- minded gardeners, we approach tasks in the Fall and Winter differently than before the effects of climate change had become as noticeable as they are now. In this class, we’ll discuss what it means to be an ecologically-minded gardener, look specifically at new ways to approach gardening and garden clean-up in the Fall […]

As ecologically- minded gardeners, we approach tasks in the Fall and Winter differently than before the effects of climate change had become as noticeable as they are now. In this class, we’ll discuss what it means to be an ecologically-minded gardener, look specifically at new ways to approach gardening and garden clean-up in the Fall […]

As ecologically- minded gardeners, we approach tasks in the Fall and Winter differently than before the effects of climate change had become as noticeable as they are now. In this class, we’ll discuss what it means to be an ecologically-minded gardener, look specifically at new ways to approach gardening and garden clean-up in the Fall […]