Upcoming Gardening Events: March 2026

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Learn With Us

Ask a Master Gardener Program is an opportunity for members of the community to ask questions about gardening and learn more about the NC State Extension Master GardenerSM program. Durham County Master Gardener volunteers are available to provide answers using research-based information about plants and plant problems.

Two women smiling behind a table with a sign that says 'Ask a Master Gardener', under a tent in an outdoor setting.
Colorful floral illustration featuring various flowers and a butterfly, with the text 'Ask An Extension Master Gardener Volunteer' and logos from NC State, Durham County, and Cooperative Extension.

(Image credit: Allie Mullin)

Durham Farmers Market

You’ll find Master Gardener volunteers at the following community events ready for your questions: 

Saturday, March 21, 9:00 am – 12:00 pm  Durham Farmer’s Market at Central Park, Durham

Saturday, March 28, 9:00 am – 12:00 pm South Durham Farmer’s Market, 500 Park Offices Dr. (parking lot), Durham

Saturday, March 28, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Annual Plant Festival, Durham Co. Extension Office, 721 Foster St, Durham (See more on this exciting event below)

Annual Plant Festival, “Gardening Across Generations” Saturday, March 28, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm, Durham Co. Extension Office, 721 Foster St, Durham

An illustration of a diverse group of people gardening in an urban setting, featuring a child and an adult planting flowers, a woman tending to plants, and two elderly women using a tablet, with city buildings and a water tower in the background.

Join Extension Master Gardener volunteers of Durham County for a morning of learning, discovery, and hands-on exploration. At this free event which is open to all ages, you’ll find demos on composting, pollinator and bird-friendly habitats; Master Gardener volunteer experts available to answer gardening questions; previews of plants that will be featured in annual sale in April; family-friendly activities and opportunities to explore local garden resources and partners. Learn more here.

Hattie Meadows Gardening School

In honor of a beloved Durham gardener Hattie Meadows, the community is invited to take part in the new Hattie Meadows Gardening School. This free community learning series is a partnership between Durham Cooperative Extension, Durham County Library, and Sarah P. Duke Gardens. Monthly classes will feature local teachers and gardening experts sharing practical knowledge on a wide range of gardening topics. It is perfect for beginners and experienced gardeners alike.
Free, but space is limited and registration is required.

Vegetable Gardening Symposium, Saturday, March 14th, 9:30 am – 12:30 pm. (Registration and additional information)

For this special half-day symposium, we’ll feature three speakers with a little something for everyone, from beginner to experienced veggie grower. Click above to register for the fully symposium.

-Veggies 101 – 9:30 am – 10:15 am, Presented by Ashley Troth, PhD, Horticulture Agent, Durham County Cooperative Extension

-From Tomatoes to Turnips: Practical Tips for Planning Your Year-Round Vegetable Garden – 10:30 am – 11:15 am, Presented by Molly Zimmerman, Extension Master Gardener volunteer, Durham County

-Hearty Landscapes: Foodscaping for Joy, Beauty & Abundance – 11:30 am – 12:15 pm, Presented by Brittany Robinson-Wittenhill, Founder of Our Backyard, LLC

Durham Garden Forum

How to Love a Forest, virtual talk with Ethan Tapper, forester, bestselling author, digital storyteller, March 17, 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm. (Fee for non-members. For more program, membership, and registration information)

Learn with our Community Friends

Sara P. Duke Gardens

Plug and Play: A Guide to Planting Perennial Plugs, with Shannon Currey of Izel Native Plants. Tuesday, March 17, 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm. Free virtual program; pre-registration required. (Info and Registration)

Midday Meander, with Kavanah Anderson, director of learning and community engagement of Duke Gardens. Thursday, March 26, 12:15 pm – 1:00 pm. Free, in person at the gardens; pre-registration required. (Info and Registration)

JC Raulston Arboretum

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(Image credit: Emőke Dénes CC BY-SA 4.0)

All March Midweek Programs are free, virtual, and require pre-registration.

Agave and Allies, with Tim Alderton. Wednesday, March 4, 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm. (Info and Registration)

Plant-Lover’s Tour, with Sophia McCuster and Eileen Gahan. Wednesday, March 11, 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm. (Info and Registration)

Top 5 Spring Bulbs, with Tim Alderton. March 11, 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm. (Info and Registration)

Mulch Madness, with Horticulture Staff. March 25, 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm. (Info and Registration)

Durham County Public Library

One Seed Community Packing Party, Saturday, March 14, 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm, NW Regional Library. More info and registration.

One Seed One Community is an annual program that offers free seeds, community connection, and the experience of growing and collecting food. For Digging Durham Seed Library’s first year participating, they have chosen the organic “Provider” bean for its high yield and reputation for being “super easy” to grow.

Plant Swap, Saturday, March 28, 3:00 – 5:00 pm, SW Regional Library, Durham.

Edited by Melinda Heigel, NC State Extension Master GardenerSM volunteer of Durham County

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