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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 GardenerSM volunteers are available to provide answers using research-based information about plants and plant problems.
(Image credit: Allie Mullin)
You’ll find Extension Master Gardener volunteers at the following community events ready for your questions:
Saturday, May 2
- 10:00 am – 3:00 pm Durham County Extension’s Demonstration Garden, in conjunction with Keep Durham Beautiful’s 3rd annual Durham Garden Tour, Durham Co. Extension Office, 721 Foster St, Durham.
- 10:00 am – 3:00 pm NC Museum of Life & Science in conjunction with their event Bird Bonanza, 433 W. Murray Avenue, Durham.
- 12:30 pm – 2:30 pm Durham County Library Plant Swap, Main Library branch, 300 N, Roxboro St, Durham.
Sunday, May 3, 10:00 am – 3:00 pm Durham County Extension Master Gardener Demonstration Garden, in conjunction with Keep Durham Beautiful’s 3rd annual Durham Garden Tour, Durham Co. Extension Office, 721 Foster St, Durham.
Saturday, May 16, 8:00 am – 12:00 pm Durham Farmer’s Market at Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham.
Saturday, May 23, 9:00 am – 12:00 pm South Durham Farmer’s Market, 500 Park Offices Dr. (parking lot), Durham.
Saturday, May 30, 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
- 9:00 am – 12:00 pm South Durham Farmer’s Market, 500 Park Offices Dr. (parking lot), Durham
- 10:00 am – 3:00 pm NC Museum of Life & Science in conjunction with their event Party for the Planet, 433 W. Murray Avenue, Durham.
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.
(Left to right)True indigo plant (Indigofera tinctoria) used to make blue dye naturally. Scenes from the Durham County Extension’s Demonstration Garden. (Image credit: Himanshu Sarpotdar CC BY-NC-ND 2.0; Allie Mullin)
- Native Fiber and Dye Plants, Saturday, May 9, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm, Durham County Library, Stanford L. Warren branch, 1201 Fayetteville St, Durham. Hattie Meadows Gardening School program registration and additional information.
This program is entitled “Languages of the Land: Getting to Know Native Fiber and Dye Plants” and presented by Adé Oni, founder of dìèdìè textile micromill and studio.The earth gives us everything we need to survive and adorn our lives. Let’s get to know the material culture and ancient relationships between food, fibers, and dyes. This is an interactive session for people who love and want to learn about land-based creativity rooted in Black and Indigenous ecologies. Make sure to bring a textile item that you love.
- History of Gardening, Saturday, May 23, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm, Durham County Library, Stanford L. Warren branch, 1201 Fayetteville St, Durham. Hattie Meadows Gardening School program registration and additional information.
History is filled with countless stories that help us understand how gardening got to be what it is today. Come hear about what special people, places and events contributed to this awesome craft of gardening.Presented by Bryce Lane, NC State Alumni Distinguished Undergraduate Professor Emeritus and former host and producer three-time, Emmy winning, UNC TV public television show “In the Garden With Bryce Lane.”
Durham Garden Forum
Aphids, a common garden pest, are often located on the undersides of leaves. (Image credit: NC Cooperative Extension)
Pests and Diseases, virtual talk with Dr. Matt Bertone, Director of the NC State Plant Disease and Insect Clinic (PDIC), and Mike Munster, PDIC plant disease and diagnostician for commercial ornamentals. Tuesday, May 19, 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm. (Fee for non-members. Durham Garden Forum membership information and program details.
Learn with our Community Friends
Sara P. Duke Gardens
Bearing Witness with Nature-based Art: A Grief Journey with Gaza. Sunday, May 3, 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm. Pop-up exhibit and artist talk with The Witness about their evolving art practice that centers around themes of identity, belonging, grief and sorrow. The Witness will share how applying images to fresh leaves and paper has allowed them to process the immense reactions and sorrow that emerged from witnessing the suffering Gaza. They will share how their nature-based art has changed in response to the seasons and a need for stronger creative expression. This talk offers an intimate view into their art practice and the stories around it. Free program, registration required. Registration and additional information for Bearing Witness exhibit and artist talk.
JC Raulston Arboretum
All May Midweek Programs are free, virtual, and require pre-registration.
“Per-annuals,” with Tim Alderton. Wednesday, May 6, 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm. Per-annuals program details and registration.
“PLT Premiere: Mexican Plants,” with Dennis Carey, Curator. Wednesday, May 13, 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm. Mexican plants registration and information.
“Top 5 – Clumping Bamboos,” with Tony Avent and Evan Villani, JLBG Founder and JCRA Research Technician. Wednesday, May 20, 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm. Bamboo program details and registration.
“Cool European Plants,” with Tim Alderton. May 27, 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm. European plants program registration and information.
Durham County Public Library
Plant Swap, Saturday, May 2, 12:30 – 2:30 pm, Main Library branch, 300 N. Roxboro St., Durham. Spring Community Plant Swap includes cuttings, seeds, bulbs, saplings, and more.
Edited by Melinda Heigel, NC State Extension Master GardenerSM volunteer of Durham County
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