May 13, 2026
Nothing tastes better than fresh from the garden tomatoes, making them a staple in even the smallest of home gardens. Success in growing tomatoes starts with choosing the right variety from the over 10,000 named variety options.
May 13, 2026
Vegetable gardening is an enticing way to decrease grocery expenses, eat healthier and start a new, rewarding hobby.
April 3, 2026
Master Gardener plant sales support educational programs and feature a variety of plants, shrubs, trees, or flowers chosen for local growing conditions. Check the list to find plant sales near you!
September 23, 2025
Volunteers weeded, pruned, and prepared the memorial grounds in Somerset County to welcome families and visitors ahead of the 24th annual remembrance on September 11
June 9, 2025
The Penn State Extension Master Gardener volunteer program supports the outreach mission of Penn State Extension by utilizing unbiased research-based information to educate the public and our communities on best practices in sustainable horticulture and environmental stewardship.
May 14, 2025
Penn State Extension Master Gardeners conducted pepper plant trials in 2023 and 2024.
April 14, 2025
Highlights of an upcoming event hosted by the Butler County Farm Bureau, the Butler County Farm Bureau Women's Leadership Committee, and the Penn State Extension Master Gardeners Butler County.
December 18, 2024
Native plants have many ecological benefits but some of them have poisonous properties. You may not want to invite these native plants into your yard.
September 5, 2024
Ornamental olive trees, once frequently sought-after landscape plants, are now on Pennsylvania's invasive plant list.
June 24, 2024
Create a healthy garden teaming with pollinators and other beneficial insects by adding, changing, or removing a few tasks in the gardening process through the seasons.
May 6, 2024
View the full report of Penn State Extension Master Gardener county, state, and even national accomplishments!
January 16, 2024
What should the gardener make of houseplant products that abound, especially on websites and in catalogs? This article recommends which accessories are necessary for indoor plant care and which are not.
October 25, 2022
Would you like to turn your kitchen scraps and garden waste into gardener’s gold? Try composting! Composting is an easy and environmentally friendly way to reduce, reuse, recycle, and feed your garden organically.
