JAN 18 Pruning Your Garden Learn what, when, and how to prune for healthy plants. Find out how to prune trees, shrubs, and vines to get the most out of your garden.bit.ly/FCMG-Prune-011820

JAN 25 GIEIThink You Want a Vegetable Garden? Make a Plan!Wondering about the basics of planning a home vegetable garden? Learn what kind of garden will fit your needs, when to start, what to plant, and how much is enough. We will share tips on resources for planning, garden supplies and seeds.bit.ly/FCMG-Plan-012520

FEB 15 GIEIBasic Vegetable Gardening & Seed StartingThis overview covers how to plan, locate, plant, and maintain your vegetable garden. Find out which plants are best started from seed and when. See first-hand how to start and plant seeds, as we demonstrate.bit.ly/FCMG-Veggie-021520

FEB 22 POLBuilding Native Bee Houses Learn how to provide pollinators with habitats they need to thrive. This includes how to build houses for a variety of native bees using different methods. Inclement weather date 2/29/2020.bit.ly/FCMG-Bees-022220

MAR 14 GIEISmall Space Gardening What techniques work best in small or limited spaces? Find out how to plant square-foot gardens and container gardens. Get tips and techniques for succession planting to maximize your harvest. bit.ly/FCMG-Small-031420

MAR 21 POLCreating a Pollinator Friendly Garden Learn how to create a pollinator friendly habitat and how to get your yard certified as a Pollinator Friendly Garden. Best practices include growing plants that provide food and reducing or eliminating the use of pesticides and herbicides to control weeds and garden pests. Your yard makes a difference!bit.ly/FCMG-Pollinator-032120

MAR 28Planting the Spring Family GardenLearn about seeds and transplants, planting techniques, planting for pollinators, and basic IPM (integrated pest management). bit.ly/FCMG-Spring-032820

APR 4 BWGood HABITS = Great HABITATSHelping the Chesapeake Bay one yard at a timeEncourage wildlife; control storm water runoff; mow & water efficiently; mulch appropriately & recycle yard waste; fertilize, plant & manage yard pests wisely; and protect the waterfront. These best practices can earn you Bay-Wise certification—and a distinctive yard sign. bit.ly/FCMG-Bay-Wise-04042020

APR 11 Butterflies & Host PlantsCome explore the dynamic relationship between butterflies and their host plants. As butterflies and plants evolved, many butterflies became dependent on specific plants to prosper and survive. Join us to learn how to create a butterfly friendly habitat using native plants. bit.ly/FCMG-Butterflies-041120

APR 18 Herbs A to Z Learn all about growing, harvesting and using herbs—and see how herbs are grown in our Demonstration Garden, which features an herb spiral. Topics to be covered include planting and growing techniques for maximum harvest; drying, storing and preserving the harvest for year-round availability; and using your herbs for delicious meals.bit.ly/FCMG-Herbs-041820

Seminar InformationSEMINARS are Free*TIME 10am-noon* WHERE UMD Extension Office 330 Montevue Ln., FrederickTO REGISTERUse links below descriptions or call 301-600-1595Join us for seminars for beginning and advanced gardeners alike. Doors open at 9:30 am.

The following categories denote the focus of each seminar. GIEI Grow it Eat it POL Pollinators LG Landscape Gardening B-W Baywise

Walk-ins are welcome, space permitting

* unless noted

The University of Maryland, College of Agriculture and Natural Resources programs are open to all and will not discriminate against anyone because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, religion, ancestry, or national origin, marital status, genetic information, or political affiliation, or gender identity and expression.

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2020Where Gardeners Bloom

MAY 9 Planting the Summer Family GardenJoin us in the Demonstration Garden for a hands-on experience planting the home garden. Learn about seeds and transplants, planting techniques, and basic IPM (integrated pest management). bit.ly/FCMG-Summer-050920

MAY 30 The Language of FlowersThis seminar  is for adults and older children. It includes a history of the use of plants to communicate and information about the many and varied meanings of herbs and trees as well as flowers. Each attendee will make their own tussie mussie. Cost: $8 per participant. Materials will be included in the cost of the class. Preregistration is required. Class size is limited to 20. bit.ly/FCMG-Flowers-053020

JUN 6 Patio GardeningSee ways to grow edibles and decorative plants in a variety of containers from pots to recycled watering cans. Learn how to select the proper plants to best grow in the container sizes. Elevated containers will show easy access, w/o stooping & bending, to do your gardening tasks. Even in the limited space of a deck, porch, balcony or patio, you can create your own garden oasis! bit.ly/FCMG-Patio-060620

JUN 20 GIEIComposting, Recycling, and VermicultureFrom composting to recycling, explore ways to benefit the environment and your home garden. Learn tips and techniques for vermiculture—using worms to transform your kitchen scraps into nutrition-rich plant fertilizer in a small space inside your home.bit.ly/FCMG-Compost-062020

JUN 27 GIEIBeneficial Insect Fair2020 is the Year of the Beneficial Insect. With the 4H Bug Patrol, we will have activities for people of all ages: seminars, demonstrations, lots of children’s activities, games, crafts and garden tours! Lots of fun learning about these amazing creatures and their importance to our environment. The event is free for all to attend. Registration is not required

JUL 18Children’s Make & Take Mini-Garden This seminar is for school age children who are accompanied by an adult chaperone. Each child will learn how to select plants and decor to design & plant their own mini-garden. Cost: $8 per participant. Materials will be included in the cost of the class. Preregistration is required. Class size is limited to 20 children. bit.ly/FCMG-Children-071820

AUG 1 GIEIFall Season Gardening Summer Planting for FallBegin to plant now for a second harvest in the fall. Find out what to plant and when to plant it. Discover the benefits of making and using row covers.bit.ly/FCMG-FallGarden-080120

AUG 8 Adult Make & Take Mini-Garden Participants will learn how to select plants and decor to design & plant their own mini-garden. Cost: $8 per participant. Materials will be included in the cost of the class. Additional “premium” decorative items will be available to purchase at discount prices. Preregistration is required. Class size is limited to 25 adults. bit.ly/FCMG-MiniGarden-080820

AUG 15 GIEIStoring the Garden’s BountyNow that you have grown it, what can you do with it? Explore different techniques for preserving your garden’s bounty of vegetables, fruits and herbs. We will discuss drying, canning and freezing; dry storage; and other tried-and-true methods.bit.ly/FCMG-Storing-081520

SEP 5 Pawpaws, a Little Known TreasureDiscover a native gem you can grow right in your own backyard! Find out how and why to grow this large, tasty fruit—and how native plants can help your entire garden thrive. Tour the pawpaw patch in our Demo Garden. bit.ly/FCMG-Pawpaws-090520

SEP 12 BWThe Need for Trees Trees play a critical role and positively impact the health of our planet. Presenters will discuss the decline in our tree canopy, the need to restore it, and how each of us can help. Aside from reducing carbon, providing shade, and managing floods, trees provide habitat, fuel, food and shelter for wildlife and mankind. Attendees will learn about the importance of native trees in the landscape; how to incorporate ornamentals wisely; and how to plant; prune and maintain the health of their trees.bit.ly/FCMG-Trees-091220

OCT 17 GIEIFall Clean Up & Winterizing Your GardenWhat’s the best way to start the spring season? Winter clean-up! Learn how and when to prune shrubs, including berries; what should be pulled and composted and what can stay in the garden over the winter; and hints for tool cleaning and maintenance.bit.ly/FCMG-Winterize-101720

NOV 14Fall Wreath Make & TakeSelect and arrange cuttings and unique gifts from nature to design a wreath that will stay fresh for weeks. Materials will be provided. Preregistration is required. Class size is limited to 25. Cost: $11 per participant. bit.ly/FCMG-Wreaths-111420

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