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IN MAY – UPCOMING 2026/2027 MASTER GARDENER CLASSES: Learn how to become a Master Gardener – a required session for all interested parties. Information sessions are scheduled for Thursday, May 7 (zoom), Thursday, May 14 (zoom), and Thursday, May 21 (in-person). All sessions begin at 6:30 pm. Click to register for one of these sessions.
UPCOMING HORTICULTURE CLASSES: To register for or view all upcoming free SATURDAY IN THE GARDEN (SIG) classes, please visit The Teaching Garden page. To view all or register for horticulture classes offered in the county, please visit: Prince William County Extension Horticulture Classes. Master Gardener Informational Session begin May 7 – see below.
- Did you know you can request a speaker to present specific horticulture topics to your organization?
- It is no longer necessary to report sightings of the Spotted Lantern Fly in Prince William County; but, if you have seen them on your property, please visit the VCE Spotted Lantern Fly page to learn more information and how to control this harmful insect.
- Report or learn more about Beech Leaf Disease.
- Help us go GREEN and save more than just a tree! For FREE lawn, landscape, and garden updates, click the link above, then select “Get Involved” on the top menu bar. Then select your alerts!
- Management of the Spotted Lantern Fly (SLF).
B.E.S.T Lawns and Landscapes – A Virginia Healthy Lawn Program: Let us help you take the guesswork out of lawn and landscaping care. We provide guidance on weed control, thinning/bare spots, lawn alternatives, and more. Get a site visit by a Master Gardener, one soil sample, and a personalized nutrient management plan for your yard, flower beds, or vegetable garden. Click here to find out how you can take advantage of this program.
Contact our Help Desk – with any gardening, insect, plant, and disease questions – or make an appointment to bring plant or insect samples to our office. For more information, please click on the HELP DESK menu item on the top menu bar.
Teaching Garden Group Tours: Interested in a Teaching Garden Tour for any age group? Call the Help Desk at 703-792-7747 or email us at mastergardener@pwcva.gov.
Interested in Becoming a Master Gardener? Check out our WHO WE ARE page. Classes form in mid-late summer but all interested parties are required to attend an informational meeting held in May. Don’t wait – REGISTER for an information session (zoom or in-person). All sessions begin at 6:30 pm.
For more information on the Master Gardener eligibility and requirements, please visit : https://www.pwcva.gov/department/virginia-cooperative-extension/master-gardner-volunteer
Teaching Garden Workdays 2026– The current teaching garden workday schedule is available for Master Gardeners only, by clicking on the Members menu item on the menu bar above.
MGPW Plant Sales: Our plant sales are scheduled twice a year – once in the Spring and again in the Fall. Please click on the Plant Sales menu item on the menu bar above for more information.
Gardener’s Gold Program: This program is offered through the PWC Soil & Water Conservation District and provides free composted horse manure from neighboring Farms. Check our the Gardener’s Gold Program page!
USING OUR SITE: Clicking directly on a menu item will provide you with information not contained in the drop down menus. For example, clicking on the PROGRAMS menu item instead of any its items in the drop down will take you to page listing all programs currently in place. Be sure to check out our entire site during your visit!
Persons with Disabilities: If you desire/require any assistive devices, services, or other accommodations to participate in our activities, please contact Virginia Cooperative Extension – Prince William at 703-792-6285/TDD (800) 828-1120 during business hours (8 – 5) to discuss accommodations at least 5 days prior to the event.
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