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  • 2017 Potting Shed University classes have been announced!

    Posted by webmaster on November 2, 2016

    Master Gardeners of Greene County is proud to announce 7 new Potting Shed University classes for 2017. All 7 classes will be held on Monday…


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  • Can 1224 Plants Save Bees?

    Posted by webmaster on October 21, 2016

    It’s a good thing I’m not allergic to bee stings… they’re practically part of my job description. But if my research can unlock better ways to give bees a fighting…


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  • New Advanced Master Gardener Class: Residential Landscape and Design

    Posted by webmaster on March 17, 2016

    Master Gardeners of Greene County is offering an exciting new class in June, Residential Landscape and Design. The class will be taught…


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  • Why Plant Names Change

    Posted by webmaster on March 9, 2016

    Botanical names can be confusing. But a plant’s botanical name is more than just a label—it can tell many things about a plant such as leaf shape, petal color,…


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  • Summer Blooms Series: Winter Seed Sowing

    Posted by webmaster on February 18, 2016

    With over 30 in attendance, today’s Winter Seed Sowing class was a HUGE success! Check our


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    Tucking the roses in…

    Posted by Sabra Zay on November 18, 2015

    Roses. An olfactory and visual delight. How do we keep these beauties safe throughout the winter? Early December is a good time to winterize your roses. Between now and then, make…


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  • 2016 Potting Shed University classes have been announced!

    Posted by webmaster on November 13, 2015

    Master Gardeners of Greene County is proud to announce 8 new Potting Shed University classes for 2016. All 8 classes will be held on Monday…


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  • VIDEO: Composting

    Posted by webmaster on September 24, 2015

    Recommendations on creating compost from your own yard waste, presented by Patrick Byers, horticulture specialist with University of Missouri Extension. Aired April 30, 2015,…


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  • VIDEO: Indoor and Patio Herb Gardening

    Posted by webmaster on September 23, 2015

    (Photo by Master Gardener Lucinda Sinco) MU Extension horticulture specialist Patrick Byers discusses tips for


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  • “Color Me Happy Peony” May 7, 2015 at The Botanical Center

    Posted by webmaster on April 25, 2015

    SPRINGFIELD, Mo. – Master Gardeners of Greene County will present a public program on peonies from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., Thursday, May 7 at The Botanical Center, 2400….


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