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Integrated Pest Management

Integrated Pest Management

  • May 1, 2020
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An approach to pests that makes conventional chemicals the very last resort

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April in the Edible Garden

April in the Edible Garden

  • April 7, 2020
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April is planting time and the warming climate is extending our growing season.

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Upcoming Events

  • April 6, 2020
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Piedmont Master Gardeners has cancelled all events scheduled for the month of April

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Yummy Recipes with Pawpaws

Yummy Recipes with Pawpaws

  • April 6, 2020
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Yes, they’re tasty raw, but also form the basis for many delicious treats

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Pawpaws: Resilient, Delectable Natives

Pawpaws: Resilient, Delectable Natives

  • April 6, 2020
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Get to know native pawpaw trees, discover their under-rated value, and taste their goodness

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Edible Gardening in May

Edible Gardening in May

  • April 6, 2020
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Time to plant summer vegetables

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Dogwoods — Spring in Virginia

Dogwoods — Spring in Virginia

  • April 6, 2020
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Spring in Virginia is the season of dogwoods. One or more of these species might be perfect in your landscape.

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Tasks & Tips for April in the Ornamental Garden

Tasks & Tips for April in the Ornamental Garden

  • April 6, 2020
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It’s Spring! Prune, fertilize, prepare beds, PLANT!

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Getting Native Plants Into Your Garden

Getting Native Plants Into Your Garden

  • April 6, 2020
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Where to find native plants for sale

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Upcoming Events

  • March 4, 2020
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Time for the Spring Lecture Series! Plus programs on vegetable gardening, climate change, trees, snakes, and more.

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