April 20 GIEIHerb Day - Herbs A-Z Learn all about growing, harvesting and using herbs. See how herbs are grown in our demonstration garden, which includes an herb spiral. 10am-Noon Planting & Growing; Noon-1:30 Drying, Storing, & Preserving; 1:30-3 Using your herb bounty for delicious meals. bit.ly/FCMG-Herbs-04202019

May 4 LGHypertufasHypertufa is an artificial stone made of materials mixed with Portland cement but much lighter. This more natural-looking garden pot can still withstand harsh weather conditions. We will help you make a hypertufa bowl you can use in your garden. Pre-registration required; class is limited to 12.bit.ly/FCMG-LG-04052019

May 18 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-GIEI-05182019

May 25 BWReducing Storm Water RunoffEver wondered what the hype is about storm water? Learn from Frederick County sustainability expert Don Dorsey what storm water management practices you can use on your property to help keep local waterways clean. See the new storm water management techniques used at the UMD Extension Office.bit.ly/FCMG-B-W-05252019

July 13 YGMake and 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. Materials will be provided. The class is free, but preregistration is required. Class size is limited to 20 children.bit.ly/FCMG-Mini-07132019

August 17 GIEIFall Season Gardening—Plant Now 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-Mini-07132019

September 7 GIEIStoring the Garden’s Bounty Now 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-GIEI-9072019

September 28 YGPawpaws, 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-09282019

October 5 LGFall into Winter: Decorating with Natural ElementsLearn how to use natural materials from your yard to artfully decorate your home for Fall and into the holidays. Transform branches, vines, tree bark, fresh greenery and dried fruits and flowers into elegant indoor and outdoor décor. Come get inspired! bit.ly/FCMG-Fall-10052019

October 12 GIEIWinter Clean UpWhat’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-GIEI-10122019

December 7 LGHoliday Make-and-Take Greenery BasketsSelect and arrange cuttings, add unique gifts from nature to design a display that will stay fresh for weeks. Materials will be provided, but feel free to bring favorite cuttings from your own garden. Pre-registration is required. Class size is limited to 25. bit.ly/FCMG-Holiday-12072019

APRIL-DECEMBER 2019

Seminar InformationCost Free

Time 10am-noon — unless noted

Where UMD Extension Office 330 Montevue Ln., Frederick

Register Registration opens 3-weeks prior to the seminar date. Use links below descriptions or call 301-600-1595

Arrival Please arrive 15-minutes prior to the start time; seats not claimed at that time will be open to non-registrants. 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 BW Baywise YG Youth Gardening

Walk-ins are welcome, space permitting

Where Gardeners Bloom

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.

Frederick County

For more information about the Frederick County Master Gardeners go to bit.ly/FCMG-Home-Gardening

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