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Home Horticulture
Do you Have Gardening Questions?
Do You Want to Learn More about Gardening Techniques?
Our home horticulture staff can:
- Identify insects and tell you whether they are harmful or beneficial
- Suggest organic and chemical treatments for pests and plants
- Identify plants and offer care guidelines
- Discuss landscape problems and solutionsstaff can:
Our goal is to teach you safe, effective ways to garden and manage your landscape that promote healthier gardens and communities. Our recommendations are based on University of Maryland research and guidelines.
We also offer educational talks on gardening topics. Our speakers visit garden clubs, social and civic groups and businesses to talk about everything from winterizing the garden to gardening with arthritis. We host classes, too, that can teach you how to prune trees, create a backyard wildlife habitat or attract birds to your garden.
Our Master Gardeners are an enthusiastic group of volunteers who love to share their gardening passion and know-how. They create and revitalize gardens, teach kids how to garden, give talks and offer plant clinics at local events. They benefit from 40 hours of formal training by University of Maryland educators plus stimulating, ongoing learning opportunities.
To learn more about our consultation service, speakers' bureau or Master Gardener program, contact the Extension Office at 301-791-1604.
Or, type your question and email address into the Ask an Expert form:
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Last updated: 08/24/2011
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