Support the Seed to Supper Program Now for Giving Tuesday!

November 18, 2024

Giving Tuesday, December 3, 2024, is a global movement of generosity that encourages all of us to give back. You can support the Penn State Master Gardener Seed to Supper program now through the Giving Tuesday link!

Save the Date: Native Plant and Herb Sale Returns in 2025!

October 31, 2024

Penn State Extension Master Gardeners of Washington County will host annual native plant and herb sale on May 31, 2025.

Invasive Autumn and Russian Olives

September 5, 2024

Ornamental olive trees, once frequently sought-after landscape plants, are now on Pennsylvania's invasive plant list.

Tweaking Your Garden Calendar for Pollinators and Beneficial Insects

June 24, 2024

Create a healthy garden teaming with pollinators and other beneficial insects by adding, changing, or removing a few tasks in the gardening process through the seasons.

Pesticide Education Program Returns to Washington County Classrooms

May 17, 2024

After an enforced pause during the COVID-19 pandemic, Master Gardener, Cathy Witsberger and team visited over 460 first graders in Washington County to spread the word about poison prevention and Mr. Yuk.

2023 Penn State Extension Master Gardener Annual Report

May 6, 2024

View the full report of Penn State Extension Master Gardener county, state, and even national accomplishments!

To Buy or Not to Buy - The Gear Your Houseplants Really Need

January 16, 2024

What should the gardener make of houseplant products that abound, especially on websites and in catalogs? This article recommends which accessories are necessary for indoor plant care and which are not.

Black-Eyed Susan: Not Just Another Pretty Face

May 11, 2023

Black-eyed Susan flowers, Rudbeckia spp., and cultivars bring ecological benefits and beauty to your garden. Find out how to choose, plant, and grow the Rudbeckia cultivars known as Black-eyed Susans.

Getting Ready to Garden Again

February 22, 2022

Last winter and early spring I was flabbergasted to find that the seeds of many of my favorite varieties of cucumbers, squashes, and especially tomatoes were "Out of Stock" at online suppliers, and very difficult to find at gardening stores.