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Citizen Science

Citizen Science

  • July 5, 2021
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Sleuthing Opportunities for the Curious of All Ages

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Upcoming Events July 2021

  • July 5, 2021
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The heat can slow us down but keep cool with Zoom lectures on native annuals, the American chestnut, organic landscaping, and pollinator protection/mosquito control. Or, venture out for a bird walk or a native wildflower walk.

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The Edible Garden in July

The Edible Garden in July

  • July 1, 2021
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Finish planting summer crops, clean up spring remnants and get ready for fall planting while enjoying the summer bounty.

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The Edible Garden in June

The Edible Garden in June

  • June 4, 2021
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It’s time to plant and care for your summer vegetables

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Upcoming Events June 2021

  • June 4, 2021
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Improve your gardening know-how with virtual classes, then tour a beautiful garden for visual learning! Registration for the Charlottesville Area Tree Stewards program starts in mid June.

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Orzo with Spring Greens and Alliums

Orzo with Spring Greens and Alliums

  • June 4, 2021
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This easy, one-skillet meal pairs orzo with the greens that are abundant in the spring and makes good use of green garlic and spring onions that you might have from thinning the garlic or onion crop in your garden. 

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Growing Fruits and Vegetables in Your Backyard Forest

Growing Fruits and Vegetables in Your Backyard Forest

  • June 4, 2021

How to put that woods in your backyard to work

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Oh No, Something’s Wrong with my Plant!

Oh No, Something’s Wrong with my Plant!

  • June 4, 2021
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Helpful resources for diagnosing and fixing plant problems

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Online Resources for Ornamental Gardeners

Online Resources for Ornamental Gardeners

  • June 4, 2021
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Is there an app for that?

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Master Gardener Favorites

Master Gardener Favorites

  • June 4, 2021
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Check out the favorite plants of Master Gardeners

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