Home and Garden Information Center

We connect Maryland residents to trusted, science-based resources to grow healthy gardens, landscapes, and communities. Send us your questions, view gardening resources, and connect with the Master Gardener Program for local classes and other learning opportunities in person. All are welcome!

 

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    Master Gardener Program

    Master Gardeners are volunteers who combine their love of plants, people, and the environment to help Maryland residents grow healthy gardens.

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    Gardening Resources

    Explore all gardening topics: native and invasive plants, soil testing, food gardening, tree and shrub care, indoor plants, diagnosing problems, and more.

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    Ask Extension

    Get answers from our team of Maryland Certified Professional Horticulturists, Extension Faculty, and Master Gardeners.

Hot Topics

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    Trees in Our Changing Climate

    Trees add many benefits to homes and communities - shading, cooling, and even reduction of home energy costs. Natural ranges for tree species are shifting in our warming world. 

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    Vegetable Planting Calendar

    What would you like to grow in your vegetable garden? Use our calendar to plan your seed starting and transplant dates. / Nuestro calendario de siembra de hortalizas está disponible en Español.

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    March Tips & Tasks

    It's the beginning of the planting and transplanting season for trees and shrubs. Lawn fertilizer may not be necessary in the spring if you fertilized in the fall. A soil test is recommended every three years.

Videos & Webinars

Pruning Panicle Hydrangea

How to Pick Daffodils to Extend Vase Life

Getting Started With Vegetable Gardening (Webinar Recording)

Blog Highlights

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    Stem-Nesting Bees in Maryland

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    What is Low-Till Gardening?

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    Grow an Heirloom Tomato This Year!

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(PDF) 2023 Home & Garden | Master Gardener Annual Report 
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