Donora in Bloom: A Garden Open House
- Length
- 2 hours
- Language
- English
- Note
- Registration is required for all events, regardless of cost.
- Event Format
- In-Person
About the In-Person Workshop
Shake off winter and step into spring at our Open House at the Donora Demonstration Gardens! Wander the gardens as they wake up for the season, discover what’s beginning to bloom, and enjoy a relaxed, come-and-go atmosphere. Chat with Penn State Extension Master Gardeners of Washington County, get answers to your gardening questions, and pick up practical, research-based tips you can use right at home. Come as you are—gardeners, neighbors, families, and friends alike—and enjoy a welcoming space to connect, learn, and find inspiration together.
Master Gardeners will be available throughout the gardens to discuss:
- Native plants and pollinators
- Vegetable and herb gardening
- Sustainable landscape practices
- Soil health and seasonal maintenance
- Creative design ideas for home landscapes
This is an outdoor event; please dress comfortably and be prepared for the weather. Wear appropriate footwear for walking on grass and garden paths. In the event of rain, activities will continue unless severe weather occurs.
This event is being offered at no charge to participants.
Registering before the event is encouraged and appreciated!
- Home gardeners of all experience levels
- Penn State Extension Master Gardeners
- Garden enthusiasts and plant lovers
- Families seeking a fun, educational outdoor activity
- Individuals interested in native plants and pollinator habitats
- Vegetable, herb, and fruit growers
- Those interested in sustainable landscaping practices
- Community members curious about the demonstration gardens
- Selecting and growing native plants that thrive in our region, including creating pollinator-friendly spaces
- Practical strategies for vegetable, herb, and fruit gardening
- Soil health fundamentals and sustainable, water-wise gardening practices
- Seasonal planting and maintenance strategies
- Simple design ideas for small and large landscapes
- How demonstration gardens are planned and maintained
- Research-based solutions to common garden challenges
- Ways to get involved with Master Gardener programs and community projects
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