By Melinda Heigel, Master Gardener^SM Volunteer

You don’t want to miss these two exciting events! For more information on both events, visit the website https://www.backyardtreasuresplantsale.org/.

The inaugural Plant Festival on Saturday, April 1 will feature over 20 exhibitors and Master Gardener^SM Volunteer plant experts to answer questions about native plants, non-native plants, trees, and shrubs, vegetables, herbs, annuals, and houseplants. You can also tour our on-site demonstration garden. To learn more about the festival, check out https://www.backyardtreasuresplantsale.org/plant-festival.

For the annual Plant Sale on Saturday, April 8, please note that the line forms early and plants go quick! Please be green and bring your own box to the plant sale to carry your plants home. Find a list of plants available at the sale along with photos, descriptions, and a searchable database at https://www.backyardtreasuresplantsale.org/perennials.

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By Pana Jones, Extension Master Gardener Coordinator, Durham County

March 20 through March 26 is National Extension Master Gardener Volunteer Week! Has a Master Gardener helped you solve garden issues, inspired you to grow a garden or a particular plant, or shared some helpful information? If so, let us know! Contact Pana Jones, Durham County Extension Master Gardener Coordinator at prjones2@ncsu.edu.

For more information about how to become an Extension Master Gardener^SM Volunteer, check out NC Cooperative Extension’s informative site https://emgv.ces.ncsu.edu/become-a-volunteer/ or contact the local extension office in your area.

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