Penn State Master Gardeners of Lebanon County

Ever wonder where all of these new plants come from? https://extension.psu.edu/how-new-plants-are-developed

The local Master Watershed Steward program is recruiting its next training class. Spread the word to anyone who may be interested!

Penn State Extension is excited to be a part of the virtual 2021 Pennsylvania Farm Show. While we cannot be with you in-person, you are invited to engage with us from the comfort of your own home. With more than 25 live Extension events being offered each day of Farm Show from January 9 to 16, we are committed to providing you with up-to-date education on a variety of topics. Whether you are looking for information for your family, business, or your home, we have just what yo...u need to kick off your new year. Choose your live, online event and register today! https://extension.psu.edu/home-page-topics/farm-show

https://extension.psu.edu/caring-for-birds-in-the-winter

Who enjoys growing a variety of indoor plants as they wait for Spring to arrive? https://extension.psu.edu/have-a-green-winter

The Penn State Master Gardener volunteer program supports the outreach mission of Penn State Extension by utilizing unbiased, research-based information to educate community members on best practices in sustainable horticulture and environmental stewardship. 3,523 Master Gardeners across the state volunteer time to make our mission possible! In the 2019-20 program year, Master Gardeners provided 114,368 volunteer hours to PA communities through county programs, projects, and ...outreach that produced 87,970 contacts. During the pandemic, Master Gardeners have positively impacted communities by donating seeds, plants, and produce to local food pantries, community gardens, and organizations in need. The Penn State Extension Master Gardeners are a vital part of a community committed to change, giving, and creating opportunity. To continue to build and deliver programming and outreach, the Master Gardener Program asks for your financial help on #GivingTuesday! Use the following link to give: https://give.communityfunded.com//s/master-gardener-program

The snow has arrived here in Lebanon County, but that doesn't mean you need to stop gardening. Here are a few tips for what you can do through the winter months. https://extension.psu.edu/winter-garden-activity-guide

Looking for a unique gift for a favorite gardener in your life? Consider buying a Penn State Extension Master Gardener Calendar featuring photos from Master Gardeners all over the state! https://extension.psu.edu/master-gardener-calendar

Here is a guide to help you make those holiday house plants last through he Holidays. https://extension.psu.edu/care-and-culture-of-winter-holida

November 21 we added two sculptures to our Lebanon county Demonstration garden. The sculptures were made by a wonderful man name George Hartman. He collected al...l kinds of metals and turns it into art. Here he made us an arbor to go from one garden into another. We were going to put a water feature in the middle of the garden, however we seen this beautiful piece that looks like a flower. The other master gardeners on the committee agreed this was our center piece to attract attention. We still have more work to do this spring on our demonstration garden. See more

We have gotten a few calls/emails about the Giant Asian Hornet. This is great news to hear.

We had a great time supporting the YMCA Garden and Monday’s Market!

We have been happy to answer our community's gardening question via Zoom Virtual Office Hours this Summer into the Fall. Our last day for virtual office hours will be this Thursday, November 5th from 1 pm to 2 pm. Call the Extension office to make an appointment at 717-270-4391. We will continue to answer questions via email over the Winter months. Please be patient with us as we continue to work remotely.