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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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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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Regenerating Landscapes

Find out how you can make your yard and/or your community’s landscape part of the climate and biodiversity solution. Free webinar on July 17 at 4:00 p.m. presented by Dr. Sara Via.
Native Plants for Sunny Slopes

Sunny sites are brutal during hot, dry summer weather. Dryness is amplified by the quick drainage found on steep slopes. Some native plants perform well in these environments. Here are our favorite choices.
July Gardening Tips

Sow seeds for fall food crops like broccoli, kale, and turnip. There is a lot of insect activity this time of year, but not all insects are pests. Let us help you identify what you have in your garden.