Check out the 2026 Master Gardener Plant Sales

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!

Penn State Master Gardeners Honor Flight 93 Heroes through Day of Service

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

2024 Master Gardener Annual Report

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.

Not-So-Nice Native Plants

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.

Invasive Autumn and Russian Olives

September 5, 2024

Ornamental olive trees, once frequently sought-after landscape plants, are now on Pennsylvania's invasive plant list.

Tweaking Your Garden Calendar for Pollinators and Beneficial Insects

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.

2023 Penn State Extension Master Gardener Annual Report

May 6, 2024

View the full report of Penn State Extension Master Gardener county, state, and even national accomplishments!

To Buy or Not to Buy - The Gear Your Houseplants Really Need

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.

Lycoming County Master Gardeners Have Something for Everyone!

May 22, 2023

Penn State Master Gardeners of Lycoming County have numerous programs and events as well as gardens for all to enjoy!

Gardening With Kids

June 30, 2022

Allowing children time and space to help in the garden, whether it’s a flower bed, a veggie garden or a few containers can be fun and educational. Try to keep it simple!

Egyptian Walking Onions

February 14, 2022

Try something new in your garden this year!

A Stump, the Bricks, and a Log Pile, Oh My!

January 24, 2022

Read about one Master Gardener's successful raised bed project - this may work for you!

Final Report on the Beet Trial

November 12, 2021

Lycoming County Master Gardeners planted a variety of beets over the 2021 growing season. Read about the informal results!

It’s Not Too Late to Plant Turnips!

August 25, 2021

Fall is just around the corner, but there's no reason to stop planting! Try planting turnips this month for a late season harvest!