Bedford Area Master Gardeners Association
Virginia Cooperative Extension
Learn about the INSECT HEROES in your garden, who work tirelessly throughout their lives to create the serene beauty of the garden you enjoy every day. INSECTS?! Are you sure? All you have to do is invite the “right” kinds of insects to your garden and most insect problems will be solved. Extension Master Gardener […]
Class Description Wondering what to plant when the weather starts to cool? Consider carrots, leafy greens, or garlic for starters. Join Extension Master Gardener Molly Newling to learn what to plant when, and simple tips for success. Molly discusses inexpensive techniques to extend your harvest and ways to enjoy some of your crops in the dead of […]
In the Life of Wasps: Hunters, Pollinators, Masons, and more Date & Time Aug 22, 2024 01:00 PM in Eastern Time (US and Canada) Description Join us to learn more about the diverse lives of wasps! Pollinator Conservation Specialists, Jennifer Hopwood and Rae Powers will outline the roles of wasps, highlight some key groups, outline conservation measures, […]
Do you live in a small space? Succulents are a perfect choice if you live in an apartment or condo and want to incorporate plants into your small space. Extension Master Gardener Stephanie Halcrow will explore what makes a plant a succulent, their geographic origins, and why they are great options for small spaces. You’ll learn all […]
Creating Winter Interest in the Garden Speaker: Heather Gargano, VBMG; Adjunct Professor, TCC Horticulture; Landscape Designer, Garden Girl Designz Winter gardens don’t have to be drab and lifeless – especially in Tidewater. Heather will present techniques and “out of the box” ideas for spicing up the landscape and creating a garden that entices you to venture […]
Ask the Experts: Fall Gardening Tasks Maximize Your Garden's Potential This Fall! Join our gardening experts for a live webinar packed with practical tips and tricks to transform your outdoor space. Learn how to effortlessly extend your gardening season while creating a stunning and resilient garden. Don't miss this opportunity to get expert advice and […]
The Blue Ridge Bee Festival is a FREE community event aimed to promote all things bees in the Blue Ridge region along with all pollinators in the Piedmont! The festival will be hosted at Falling Creek Park in Bedford, Virginia. The festival will have: Workshops + DemosGuest SpeakersHoney TastingPollinator MarketKids ActivitiesFood TrucksOutdoor MusicRaffle Items + […]
Visit the Bedford Extension Master Gardeners booth at CenterFest!
Program Description Event Details Explore how to transition your gardens from Summer to Fall and Winter in an interactive workshop presented by the Bedford Area Master Gardeners! Discover essential steps to prepare your garden for the upcoming colder seasons, learn about vegetables suitable for Fall/Winter cultivation, understand pruning and composting techniques, soil maintenance, safeguarding Fall […]
Join the Bedford Extension Master Gardeners from 8am-12pm. They will be sharing information on Fall Garden Cleanup!