Bedford Area Master Gardeners Association
Virginia Cooperative Extension
Reading this, you might be saying to yourself, “I am not an artist. I can’t even draw a stick figure.” If that’s the case, you’re not alone. You might also be wondering why being able to make art of any sort would be an important skill for a gardener to employ. Join Mary Jennings, professional […]
In-Person or ZOOM. For more information and to register, click HERE COST: $25 - $45
This symposium will offer new and innovative sustainable design and maintenance strategies to take your home garden or professional work to the next level. Join industry experts as they share practical and scalable lessons from the field representing a diverse range of natural landscapes and human environments. We’ll explore the latest research from the University […]
Join us for a free and lively virtual party where you get to meet the authors of great gardening books! Registration is required. Book give-aways are for participants who are attending live on the actual day of the event. Can't attend live? Still register so you get a recording after the fact! FREE REGISTER
Join us for an informative hour-long webinar dedicated to the world of hostas, the versatile perennial plant that can transform any garden into a lush paradise! Engage with expert hosta enthusiasts and get answers to any of your questions about which hosta would work well in your garden. Can't attend live? Still register so […]
As you begin your garden plans for 2024, the Bedford Master Gardeners offer some helpful instruction and advice with our annual Grow The Good Life program. This year's seminar will be three presentations on gardening with a focus on the environment. The seminar will be on March 9, 2024, in-person at Bethlehem United Methodist Church, […]
Class Description Did you know there are more than 28,000 species of orchid and that they are present in every biome on earth except for glaciers? Orchids inspire awe and admiration for their beauty and stately elegance. They can also be intimidating for new growers. Yet many orchids are very low-maintenance, high-impact plants for spaces […]
Monarchs 101: Back to Basics presented by Katie-Lyn Puffer, Monarch Joint Venture Join MJV's Education Manager for a very basic, but thorough, introduction to monarch biology and ecology. If you're wanting to learn more, but don't know where to start, this webinar is for you! Or perhaps you just want to refresh your knowledge. Katie-Lyn […]
Event Details Come explore the Fun World of Fungi with the Bedford Area Master Gardeners this Spring at your library! Topics To Be Covered Include... What is a Mushroom? What are the health benefits associated with mushrooms and fungi? The Different Types of Mushrooms How to Safely Grow Your Own Mushrooms At Home (specifically Shitake […]
Event Details Come explore the Fun World of Fungi with the Bedford Area Master Gardeners this Spring at your library! Topics To Be Covered Include... What is a Mushroom? What are the health benefits associated with mushrooms and fungi? The Different Types of Mushrooms How to Safely Grow Your Own Mushrooms At Home (specifically Shitake […]
Class Description Climate change might mean that we can grow both heat tolerant cultivars of traditional food crops over a longer season but also experiment with more unusual crops like turmeric, agretti, and orach. Kirsten Conrad, Extension Agent for Arlington and the City of Alexandria will provide tips and tricks for cultivation of food crops in […]
“7 Steps to a Successful Vegetable Garden” – learn about seven steps that can have a huge impact on the success of your garden! You don’t want to miss it! Facilitator: MG Jim Revell, BUG Garden Manager