Master Gardener Program
Master Gardeners are volunteers trained by Penn State Cooperative Extension. Once they complete their training, Master Gardeners help Extension better serve the home gardening public by answering questions, speaking to groups, working with 4-H horticultural projects, participating in civic beautification, maintaining demonstration gardens, teaching plant sciences and horticulture, maintaining this web site, and in many other ways.
Lackawanna County Master Gardener News
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Tree-Topping… The cost is greater than you think.
May 14, 2012Trees provide so much to our communities, our homes, and our lives... -
Spring Care of Fruit Trees
April 30, 2012The early start to the spring has created some challenges for fruit growers. -
Are you ready to “Go Green’?
April 2, 2012On Friday, April 27 will mark the 140th year that Arbor Day was celebrated across these United States... -
Backyard Tree Fruit Tips
March 26, 2012It is time to prune your apple and pear trees if you have not yet done it... -
Ready or Not, Here They Come
March 19, 2012Just when you thought it was safe to go into your garden, there is a new pest eating your produce...
Upcoming Events
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What's Invading Your Backyard? Invasive Plants & Pests
June 2, 2012This workshop will help homeowners and forest landowners identify invasive plants and insects and develop strategies for controlling and removing them from their property. Participants will learn if mechanical removal will work or if herbicidal applications are required to control the invasives.
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Community Forestry Management Institute
June 6, 2012Join us for a rewarding two-day program that will help you manage and care for your community trees and forests. Plan to share your experiences as well as gain from the successes of others.
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State Master Gardener Conference at Penn State
June 22-23, 2012The Master Gardener State Conference Committee has been working hard to plan a great Master Gardener Conference for June 22-23, 2012 at University Park.
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Tree Ordinance Workshop
July 19, 2012Due to popular request, Dr. William Elmendorf, Associate Professor of Urban Forestry, Penn State University, will introduce community tree ordinance concepts. He will concentrate on street tree and tree preservation from a planning perspective and welcomes the sharing of municipal code for real life examples. Expect to learn of the powers given from the Pennsylvania Municipal Planning Code and the anatomy of an effective ordinance. Attorney Gilbert High, known nationally for his extensive knowledge of municipal and tree law, will compliment the previous presentations with liability and legalities. A natural resource panel follows up with real life perspective and experience. Bring your questions and experiences!
