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 28, 2025
The 2025 Penn State Extension Franklin County Master Gardener Plant Sale was successful! A total of 404 people attended this year's plant sale. Attendees lined up early to be the first to review this year's lineup of annuals, perennials, shrubs, trees, vegetables, herbs, and ground covers, many of which were native and pollinator plants. By the end of the event, most of the plants had been sold.
March 18, 2025
Spring is here! It's the growing season and an exciting time for gardeners. Time to choose what to plant, try new experiments, tend to established gardens, and look forward to seeing our favorite pollinators and backyard visitors.
February 20, 2025
Penn State Extension Franklin County Master Gardeners undergo a pepper breeding project through the Grow-Save-Repeat program.
February 20, 2025
The science behind maple sap flow explains why maples can be tapped to make syrup.
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.
December 2, 2024
Holiday cacti are popular houseplants for southcentral Pennsylvania. They add bright spots of color indoors and work well in containers and hanging baskets.
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.
December 5, 2022
Certify your pollinator-friendly garden with the Penn State Master Gardeners.
December 5, 2022
A grassroots call-to-action to regenerate biodiversity. No experience necessary. Start digging and get on the Map!
July 13, 2021
Sick and dying songbirds with crusty eyes and neurological symptoms have been reported in PA. Cause of the illness is currently unknown. We are tracking this emerging disease issue.
