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The following resources are organized according to topics addressed by the Virginia Cooperative Extension Master Gardener Handbook. Listed below are web sites, articles, and Certified Master Gardener speakers that are available for community garden presentations.
BASIC BOTANY | SOIL & FERTILIZERS | INSECTS | DISEASES
DIAGNOSTIC GUIDE | PESTICIDES | PLANT PROPAGATION | PRUNING | INDOOR FOLIAGE
VEGETABLE GARDENS & FRUITS | LAWNS | TREES & SHRUBS | PERENNIALS & ANNUALS
LANDSCAPE DESIGN | WATER QUALITY | VOLUNTEERS
The Garden Web Glossary of Botanical Terms
You will find over 2,000 terms relating to botany, gardening, horticulture and landscaping.
Plant Glossary
From the University of Florida, this will guide you through plant terminology with a special emphasis upon water gardening.
Certified Master Gardener Speaker(s):
Native Plants - Richard Stromberg, risy@embarqmail.com, 540-631-0212
Virginia Tech Soil Testing Lab
Complete resource for everything you want to know about soil testing.
Soil Sampling for the Home Gardener
Great article on how to take a sample, sending it to a soil lab, and reading the results.
Fertilizers
A list of resources and articles by Virginia Tech Cooperative Extension.
Certified Master Gardener Speaker(s):
Composting - Lynn Hoffmann, Gwendydog@gmail.com, 304-874-3010, (youth program available)
Gypsy Moths
Virginia Tech fact sheet article.
Insect Identification Laboratory
This Virginia Tech site will guide you the process of discovering the insect or provide a method to submit the creature to the lab for identification.
Japanese Beetles
Virginia Tech fact sheet article.
Tent Caterpillars
Virginia Tech fact sheet article.
Insects & Pesticides
A list of resources and articles by Virginia Tech Cooperative Extension.
Certified Master Gardener Speaker(s):
Butterfly Gardens - Dawn Estep, destep99@shentel.net, 540-984-8673
Butterfly Gardens - Mary Stickley, gardener@shenandoahmuseum.org, 540-662-1473 x215
Plant Diseases
A list of resources and articles by Virginia Tech Cooperative Extension.
Digital Diagnostics Images
Helpful photographs from the entomology and plant pathology department of Oklahoma State University to be used in analyzing plant diseases.
HGIG Plant Diagnostic Center
An interactive web site by the University of Maryland with loads of great pictures of plant pests, problems and concerns.
USDA Weeds
Plant health, protection and noxious weeds program from the Department of Agriculture.
Virginia Tech Horticulture Department
Program links to guide the user through the process of solving horticulture problem(s).
Weed Identification Guide
Through Virginia Tech, this is a step-by-step guide for homeowner use.
Weed Identification
Resource for weed identification specifically for Illinois but useful in other areas as well.
Spring Postemergent Weed Control in Virginia's Lawns
Detail of the best management practices in spring weed control that promote a healthy, thick lawn while protecting our environment.
Certified Master Gardener Speaker(s):
Invasive Plants - Richard Stromberg, risy@embarqmail.com, 540-631-0212
Pest Facts Information Center
Facts regarding pesticides every user should utilize.
Pesticide Safety Education Resources for Consumers
VTPP offers you information sources on pesticides, pesticide safety, pest management, educational opportunities, and related services.
Insects & Pesticides
A list of resources and articles by Virginia Tech Cooperative Extension.
Integrated Pest Management (IPM)
A list of resources and articles by Virginia Tech Cooperative Extension.
AHS
American Horticultural Society, the oldest national gardening organization, has a unique seed exchange program.
Certified Master Gardener Speaker(s):
Propagation - Lynn Hoffmann, Gwendydog@gmail.com, 304-874-3010
USDA
Federal Government Department of Agriculture has links to gardening/pruning. (Not all specific to Virginia)
Healthy Landscaping
Allergy-free gardening for inside and outside the home.
Indoor Gardening
A list of resources and articles by Virginia Tech Cooperative Extension.
Certified Master Gardener Speaker(s):
Christmas Wreaths & Arrangements - Lynn Hoffmann, Gwendydog@gmail.com, 304-874-3010
Dried Flowers - Lynn Hoffmann, Gwendydog@gmail.com, 304-874-3010
Houseplants - Carolyn Wilson, cmwilson@shentel.net, 540-477-3836
Living Wreaths - Lynn Hoffmann, Gwendydog@gmail.com, 304-874-3010
Natural Christmas Ornaments - Lynn Hoffmann, Gwendydog@gmail.com, 304-874-3010
Pine Cone Wreaths - Lynn Hoffmann, Gwendydog@gmail.com, 304-874-3010
Terrariums - (children's program) - Lynn Hoffmann, Gwendydog@gmail.com, 304-874-3010
Williamsburg Christmas Wreaths - Lynn Hoffmann, Gwendydog@gmail.com, 304-874-3010
VEGETABLE GARDEN & FRUITS
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Lunar Planting
Gardening by the phases of the moon promotes a technique that the forces of nature can speed-up seed germination.
Edible Landscaping
Database of perennials grown for produce.
The New USDA Hardiness Zone Map
Determine plant hardiness for a region by utilizing the most recent map.
Volunteer Farm of Shenandoah
Work on a farm which produces 60,000 pounds of food for the needy living in the Shenandoah Valley.
Certified Master Gardener Speaker(s):
Growing Vegetables - Paula Brownlee, pbrownlee@hughes.net, 540-869-7065
Growing & Cooking With Herbs - Paula Brownlee, pbrownlee@hughes.net, 540-869-7065
Spring Lawn Fertilization
A short article on spring fertilization for the lawn.
Lawn Care
A Virginia Tech fact sheet on the main points of taking care of the home lawn.
Lawns
A list of resources and articles by Virginia Tech Cooperative Extension.
Spring Postemergent Weed Control in Virginia's Lawns
Detail of the best management practices in spring weed control that promote a healthy, thick lawn while protecting our environment.
Trees, Shrubs and Groundcovers
A list of resources and articles by Virginia Tech Cooperative Extension.
Tree Fact Sheet
From Virginia Tech, a searchable database of information regarding over 800 trees in Virginia.
680 Tree Fact Sheets
From the University of Florida, this is a listing of information on 680 trees by scientific name, common name, and family.
Sustainable Forestry: A Guide for Virginia Forest Landowners
Very complete article on consumer managed forests.
Virginia Department of Forestry
A wealth of resources including conservation education, forest health, state nurseries, and forestry publications.
USDA Forest Service
"The Natural Inquirer" is a website for kids sponsored by the U.S. Government.
Tree Stewards of Front Royal
A volunteer organization dedicated to improving the health of trees by providing educational programs, tree planting and care demonstrations, and tree maintenance assistance.
Certified Master Gardener Speaker(s):
Right Tree for the Right Spot - Lynn Hoffmann, Gwendydog@gmail.com, 304-874-3010
Trees - Mary Stickley, gardener@shenandoahmuseum.org, 540-662-1473 x215
Perennial Resource Guide
The complete guide to growing perennials.
Virginia Native Plant Society
Emphasize public education, protection of endangered species, habitat preservation, and encouragement of appropriate landscape use of native plants.
The New USDA Hardiness Zone Map
Determine plant hardiness for a region by utilizing the most recent map.
Healthy Landscaping
Allergy-free gardening for inside and outside the home.
In the Garden Radio
NPR's Andre Viette's web site with hints for success especially in Virginia.
Lunar Planting
Gardening by the phases of the moon promotes a technique that the forces of nature can speed-up seed germination.
Starting Young
Ideas for gardening with kids from the state of California.
Annuals, Perennials, & Bulbs
A list of resources and articles by Virginia Tech Cooperative Extension.
Green Spring Gardens Park
Part of the Fairfax County Regional Park Authority and located in Alexandria, this part acts as a garden idea center for the DC Metropolitan area.
Certified Master Gardener Speaker(s):
Attracting Hummingbirds - Dawn Estep, destep99@shentel.net, 540-984-8673
Flower Bed(s), From Weed to Bloom - Paula Brownlee, pbrownlee@hughes.net, 540-869-7065
Critter Control - Mary Stickley, gardener@shenandoahmuseum.org, 540-662-1473 x215
Perennials - Mary Stickley, gardener@shenandoahmuseum.org, 540-662-1473 x215
Choosing Perfect Plant - Mary Stickley, gardener@shenandoahmuseum.org, 540-662-1473 x215
Green Spring Gardens Park
Part of the Fairfax County Regional Park Authority and located in Alexandria, this part acts as a garden idea center for the DC Metropolitan area.
Healthy Landscaping
Allergy-free gardening for inside and outside the home.
In the Garden Radio
NPR's Andre Viette's web site with hints for success especially in Virginia.
Specialty Landscape Designs
A list of resources and articles by Virginia Tech Cooperative Extension.
Lewis Gintner Botanical Gardens
In Richmond, Virginia and open year round, this 40 acre garden and conservatory offers an incredible array of ideas for young and old alike.
Maymont
Maymont Park in Richmond, Virginia is open year round with gardening ideas as well as a zoo for kids of all ages. (Limited indoor facilities)
Certified Master Gardener Speaker(s):
Attracting Wildlife - Mary Stickley,gardener@shenandoahmuseum.org, 540-662-1473 x215
Birdhouse Gourds - Lynn Hoffmann, Gwendydog@gmail.com, 304-874-3010
Garden Design - Mary Stickley, gardener@shenandoahmuseum.org, 540-662-1473 x215
Hardscaping for Homeowners - Lynn Hoffmann, Gwendydog@gmail.com, 304-874-3010
Historical Gardens: Belle Grove Plantation - Gwendydog@gmail.com, 304-874-3010
Hypatufa Containers - Lynn Hoffmann, Gwendydog@gmail.com, 304-874-3010
Landscape Design For Homeowners - Gwendydog@gmail.com, 304-874-3010
New Home Landscape Design - Paula Brownlee, pbrownlee@hughes.net, 540-869-7065
Rock Gardening - Dawn Estep, destep99@shentel.net, 540-984-8673
Theme Gardening - Dawn Estep, destep99@shentel.net, 540-984-8673
Tool Ergonomics - Cindy Quinnelly, cindy157@earthlink.net, 540-877-9782
The Nature Conservancy
A philanthropic organization focused upon protecting nature and life.
Water Quality
A list of resources and articles by Virginia Tech Cooperative Extension.
Creating a Water-Wise Landscape
Article on everything from planning to plant selection to watering methods.
Certified Master Gardener Speaker(s):
Water Gardening - Lynn Hoffmann, Gwendydog@gmail.com, 304-874-3010
Waterwise Gardening - Carolyn Wilson, cmwilson@shentel.net, 540-477-3836
Virginia Master Gardener Association
The state website for the MG program with links to the different regions of Virginia.
If you are a person with a disability and desire any assistive devices, services or other accommodations to participate,
please contact the Frederick County Extension Office 540-665-5699.
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