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Plant Garlic in the Fall
Garlic is a beloved ingredient in many culinary recipes because of the flavor and aroma that it adds to food. Due to its antibacterial and antiviral properties, garlic has also been used worldwide as a traditional medicine for fighting infection and boosting the immune system. Garlic is one of the most widely prescribed supplements both […]
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Harvesting Sweet Potatoes
With our first frost imminent here in Missouri, now is the time to harvest those sweet potatoes! Most varieties of sweet potatoes are ready to harvest between 90 and 120 days of planting. The leaves begin to yellow, indicating that growth is slowing down. You can wait until the first frost to harvest sweet potatoes, […]
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Fall 2024 Missouri Master Gardener Online Core Training Begins Soon!
Just as plants need nutrients, sun and oxygen to grow, Extension Master Gardeners need enthusiastic volunteers to thrive. Community service is at the core of the Master Gardener program in Springfield, MO and each year brings a new opportunity for area plant and garden enthusiasts to take our Master Gardener training and join our family […]
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Our Annual Plant Sale is almost here!
The Master Gardeners of Greene County Annual Plant Sale is coming soon! Watch our lovely new video below for more information: Master Gardeners of Greene County Missouri – Annual Plant Sale on Vimeo
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Sign up now for our 2024 Core Training classes!
Become a Master Gardener! If you are interested in becoming a Master Gardener and joining the Master Gardeners of Greene County, 2024 Core Training for new members begins Tuesday, April 30, 2024. Classes will be held in the evenings from 6-8 pm at the Springfield Botanical Center, 2400 S. Scenic Ave and will continue through […]
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Save the Date! Join Us at the 2024 Annual Plant Sale
The date for our 2024 Annual Master Gardener Plant Sale in Greene County has been announced! We will be hosting the 2024 plant sale on Saturday, April 27, 2024, beginning at 8:00 a.m. Our 2023 plant sale will be held at the Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden Pavilion, 2400 S Scenic Ave, Springfield MO 65807. For […]
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Join Us at the 2024 Lawn and Garden Show!
The 2024 34th Annual Ozark Empire Fair Lawn and Garden Show will be held from Friday, February 23, 2024 through Sunday, February 25, 2024. The event offers a series of seminars hosted and taught by Master Gardeners of Greene County. These classes are free to the public when they purchase a ticket to the Lawn […]
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Congratulations to the Master Gardener Classes of 2023!
A round of applause for our new 2023 Master Gardener Core Training Graduates! This year, for the first time, Master Gardeners of Greene County has the privilege of welcoming TWO graduating classes, an in-person class (above) and an online class (below). Welcome new members!
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Need A Soil Test?
Do you want … a greener lawn, a healthier garden, or more beautiful flowers? A soil test from University of Missouri Extension can help. Soil samples and payment of $30.00 (cash/check only) for each sample may be brought in during “Dirt Days” every Thursday from 10:00 am until 4:00 pm to: Master Gardener Hotline Room […]
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Sign up now for our 2023 Core Training classes!
Become a Master Gardener! If you are interested in becoming a Master Gardener and joining the Master Gardeners of Greene County, 2023 Core Training for new members begins Wednesday, May 24, 2023. Classes will be held from 2-4 pm on many Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday afternoons (see schedule below) at the Springfield Botanical Center, 2400 […]
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