Join the Penn State Master Gardeners of Cumberland County for the 2024 Gardening with Nature program series of educational sessions focused on creating beautiful gardens while maintaining a healthy environment.
Tuesday, March 26, 7:00-8:30pm -
Starting a Home Vegetable Garden
Cleve J. Fredricksen Library - Community Room, 100 N. 19th Street, Camp Hill, PA 17011
- Maureen Cantwell, Penn State Master Gardener
Maureen Cantwell will guide you through the fundamentals of home vegetable gardening in ground, raised beds, and containers. Topics include site planning, vegetable selection, and the step-by-step process of planting, weeding, and harvesting.
Cost is $5.00.Click HERE to register online by Monday, March 25, or call Penn State Extension Registration Services toll-free at 1-877-345-0691. Walk-ins will be accepted if space is available.
Thursday, April 25, 7:00-8:30pm -
How to Make Your Property Watershed Friendly
Cleve J. Fredricksen Library - Community Room, 100 N. 19th Street, Camp Hill, PA 17011
- Natalie Marioni, Penn State Extension Master Watershed Steward Program Coordinator
Is your property watershed-friendly? Discover how Penn State Extension'sWatershed-Friendly Property Certification Program can help you determine where stormwater originates on your property, how it impacts local creeks and rivers, and the proper practices you could adopt to reduce runoff, conserve water, and support wildlife.Properties that either already have watershed-friendly best practices, or are willing to install them, may qualify for recognition as a Certified Watershed Friendly Property! Cost is $5.00.Registration details coming soon!
Thursday, May 16, 7:00-8:30pm -
Growing Pumpkins and Gourds in the Home Garden
Cleve J. Fredricksen Library - Community Room, 100 N. 19th Street, Camp Hill, PA 17011
- Donna Ricketts, Penn State Master Gardener
They come in all shapes and sizes! You can carve them; you can craft them! Learn how to plant, care for, and harvest these annual "viney" plants that love to crawl and sprawl about your garden. Donna will share best practices and tips for growing that "great" Charlie Brown pumpkin and the perfect birdhouse gourd. Each attendee will receive a packet of pumpkin or gourd seeds. Cost is $5.00.Registration details coming soon!
Thursday, June 20, 7:00-8:30pm -
The Art of Growing and Using Herbs
Cleve J. Fredricksen Library - Community Room, 100 N. 19th Street, Camp Hill, PA 17011
- Marla Miller, Penn State Master Gardener
Join Penn State Master GardenerMarlaMillerfor an enlightening program on herbs, where you will discover the joys of growing your own herbs. This session will guide you through the process of cultivating,harvesting, and storing herbs,ensuring a fresh supply foryourkitchen and beyond. Learn about the best herbs to grow in your space and their diverse uses, from culinary delights to creative crafts. Whether you are aseasonedgardener or acurious beginner, this program will deepen your appreciation for the versatility and beauty of herbs. Cost is $5.00.Registration details coming soon!
Thursday, July 18, 7:00-8:30pm -
Gardening with Native Food
Cleve J. Fredricksen Library - Community Room, 100 N. 19th Street, Camp Hill, PA 17011
- Ian Gardner, Owner – Green Gardner Designs LLC
The majority of food that the average American consumes comes from industrial food systems and is comprised of exotic plants native to other countries. For the past 300+ years we have largely neglected the edible plants and indigenous food system of the Eastern U.S. By relearning how to grow edible native plants, we can grow healthy and sustainable food, support wildlife and reconnect with nature. Cost is $5.00.Registration details coming soon!
Thursday, August 15, 7:00-8:30pm -
From Single Stem to Backyards & Beyond: Friendly Planting for the Birds & the Bees
*Milkweed Meadows Farm, 65 N. Old Stonehouse Rd, Carlisle PA*
- Tom Keller, Furbearer Biologist, Pennsylvania Game Commission
- Justin Klinger, Science Dept Chair, Gettysburg Area School District
- Stefan Karkuff, Avian Recovery Biologist, Pennsylvania Game Commission
There has never been a more critical time in history to help a wide variety of wildlife through habitat and food creation.This can be as simple as a single common milkweed stem in a flower box to an entire backyard full of pollinators and warm season grasses.As humans we have the ability to bring change, whether negative or positive, to both local and migratory wildlife species populations.This interactive presentation will explore just how to make those positive changes and show you real examples of what this looks like and how to make it happen for you. Cost is $5.00. Registration details coming soon!
Thursday, September 19, 7:00-8:30pm -
Stormwater Friendly Lawn Care
Cleve J. Fredricksen Library - Community Room, 100 N. 19th Street, Camp Hill, PA 17011
- Andy Yencha, Penn State Extension Water Resources Educator
It's no secret our lawns don't provide the same environmental benefits as the forests, meadows, or wetlands they replaced. But many people don’t recognize the simple steps they can follow to manage the stormwater produced from turf grass. This presentation will share five techniques to make your yard more water-friendly including lawn downsizing, eliminating unnecessary grass fertilizer, mowing properly, minimizing soil compaction, and practicing perfect pest management. Learn how your yard can help reduce runoff, become better habitat, and improve water quality in the Susquehanna River! Cost is $5.00.Registration details coming soon!
For more information, call the Penn State Extension office at 717-240-6500, email CumberlandExt@psu.edu, visit the website for the Penn State Master Gardeners of Cumberland County or find us on Facebook at CumberlandMG. Penn State is committed to affirmative action, equal opportunity, and the diversity of its workforce.
