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Suffolk Extension Master Gardeners
We Exist to Serve You
Suffolk Extension Master Gardeners (Suffolk EMGs) volunteer their time and expertise to provide FREE horticultural education for residents of the City of Suffolk, Virginia. They provide programs for both youth and adults on a variety of topics like tree care, native plants, flower and vegetable gardening, pest and disease identification, integrated pest management, and more. Visit the programs, events, and demonstration garden pages to learn more!
Ask a Master Gardener
Getting help is easy! Suffolk EMGs can be found at our office, on Facebook, by phone, email, and at various Suffolk farmers markets. Take advantage of our Ask a Master Gardener program, where you can contact us from the comfort of your own home! To submit a question, email us at SuffolkMG@gmail.com or call us at 757-514-4335. When emailing, attach pictures of the plant, pest, or problem and provide a detailed description. This will allow us to serve you. A Suffolk EMG volunteer will respond in a timely manner. Beginning in 2024, volunteers will be providing monthly office hours. Stop by our Virginia Cooperative Extension (VCE) classroom and obtain research-based assistance with your gardening questions and concerns.
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📣📣 POSTPONED!! Due to the upcoming inclement weather ❄️🌨️we have decided to postpone the seed swap until February 7th. We look forward to seeing you, from noon to 2:00pm at the North Suffolk Library 📚
Everyone who attends can go home with 5 packages of seeds donated by the Suffolk Master Gardeners 🌱
Bring packaged seed to swap and go home with more!
Please avoid bringing seeds that are:
🚫Moldy, wet, have been stored in excessive heat
🚫Older than three years
🚫On Virginia’s invasive species list (https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/natural-heritage/document/nh-invasive-plant-list-2024.pdf)
📍100-200 blocks of North Main Street, Suffolk, VA 23434
* Diverse Plant Selection: From vibrant flowers to native plants, shrubs, and vegetables. 🍅🥒🌶️🪻🌳
* Expert Advice: Extension Master Gardeners provide guidance and answer all gardening questions. 🧑🌾
* High-Quality, Locally Grown Plants: Perfectly suited for Virginia’s climate.🌡️
* Sustainability: Focus on eco-friendly practices and native species. 🌎♻️
* Community Impact: Proceeds support local schools, community gardens, and events like the Suffolk Farmers Market and Suffolk Peanut Festival. 🥜🎓🪴
www.suffolkvaearthandarts.com
Now is the time to start planning that container garden you always wanted so that you are ready to get it started this spring!
NC State Extension Master Garden Volunteers shared some great info to get started on your container garden. 👇
go.ncsu.edu/container-garden-plant-toolbox
If you're curious about growing EDIBLE plants in containers, don't miss this extensive resource list that includes a link to that chapter in our handbook, planting calendars, growing tips and suggested crops. Thank you to NC Cooperative Extension - Guilford County Center for this research-based guidance!
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Affordable way to get a variety of plants for your garden AND support programming in your community: attend a Master Gardener Plant Sale (like ours Suffolk Master Gardener Plant Sale at the Earth and Arts Festival).Spring plant sales are coming! Here is a list of local Master Gardener plant sales in the Hampton Roads area. Many other great organizations are hosting sales too so get your calendar out so you don't miss any! ... See MoreSee Less
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What was in your first garden? 🌷🌱🌼 ... See MoreSee Less
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