Name: Garden Basics: Growing Tomorrow—Plant Propagation
Start: 2026-10-17T14:00:00-04:00
End: 2026-10-17T16:00:00-04:00
Location: Trinity Episcopal Church

February 2026
Garden Basics: Garden Soil Preparation—Laying the Foundation for Success

February 14 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

James Monroe's Highland 2050 James Monroe Parkway, Charlottesville, VA, United States

Whether you are a seasoned gardener or just beginning your horticultural journey, understanding the art and science of soil preparation is essential for yielding vibrant, productive crops. In this Garden Basics session, we will guide participants through the process of preparing the soil for growing vegetables. By focusing on both foundational practices and advanced strategies,… Read More »Garden Basics: Garden Soil Preparation—Laying the Foundation for Success

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March 2026
Turn Your Garbage to Gold: Our Next Outdoor Workshop on Composting

March 7 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Trinity Episcopal Church 1118 Preston Avenue, Charlottesville, VA, United States

The next in our series of free outdoor workshops on composting will be held at the compost demonstration site in the Bread & Roses Gardens at Trinity Episcopal Church. We will showcase a range of techniques for turning household waste such as food scraps, yard trimmings, uncoated paper, cardboard, and sawdust into the ideal soil… Read More »Turn Your Garbage to Gold: Our Next Outdoor Workshop on Composting

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Garden Basics: Be Your Own Florist—Get Started Growing Cut Flowers

March 21 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Trinity Episcopal Church 1118 Preston Avenue, Charlottesville, VA, United States

Growing flowers for cutting can bring beauty into your garden and into your home. In this Garden Basics class, learn how to get started, whether you want to create a dedicated cutting garden or just add plants to your existing landscape. We will offer suggestions for plant varieties and show how to grow vase-worthy blooms… Read More »Garden Basics: Be Your Own Florist—Get Started Growing Cut Flowers

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April 2026
2026 Spring Lecture — Shannon Currey on “Soft Landings: Add Life Under Trees”

April 7 @ 4:30 pm - 7:00 pm

The Center at Belvedere 540 Belvedere Boulevard, Charlottesville, VA, United States

On April 7 at The Center at Belvedere, gardening educator Shannon Currey will share her knowledge and expertise about the importance of native plants in creating ecologically sound landscapes. Join us at 4:30 p.m. for an open house in The Center’s Rose and Pollinator Demonstration Gardens followed by her presentation at 5:30 p.m. You will… Read More »2026 Spring Lecture — Shannon Currey on “Soft Landings: Add Life Under Trees”
Garden Basics: Great Flowering Native Plants for Beauty and the Bees

April 18 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

James Monroe's Highland 2050 James Monroe Parkway, Charlottesville, VA, United States

Flowering native plants add beauty to gardens and provide crucial support for bees and other pollinators facing decline due to habitat loss, pesticide overuse, and climate change. Learn about some tried-and-true flowering natives for your garden and the resources for finding and maintaining them. We’ll also touch on native plant garden design to optimize ecological… Read More »Garden Basics: Great Flowering Native Plants for Beauty and the Bees

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May 2026
Spring Plant Sale

May 2 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Albemarle Square Shopping Center 600 Albemarle Square, Charlottesville, VA, United States

Once again, the Piedmont Master Gardeners’ Spring Plant Sale will offer thousands of annuals, perennials, vegetables, fruit-bearing plants, trees, shrubs, herbs and houseplants, including a large assortment of native plants. In addition, shoppers can purchase gently used garden implements, yard décor, and other “Green Elephants.” The sale will also feature a Help Desk for answering… Read More »Spring Plant Sale
Plant Swap at James Monroe’s Highland

May 9 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

James Monroe's Highland 2050 James Monroe Parkway, Charlottesville, VA, United States

Join other gardeners and plant enthusiasts for the Piedmont Master Gardeners' Plant Swap. Whether you are a seasoned horticulturist or just starting your plant journey, our Plant Swap will give you the opportunity to expand and share your collection, meet other plant lovers, and learn new tips for successful growing. Register below to reserve your… Read More »Plant Swap at James Monroe’s Highland

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Garden Basics: Attracting Birds to Your Garden

May 16 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Trinity Episcopal Church 1118 Preston Avenue, Charlottesville, VA, United States

Using native plants, turn your yard into a songbird paradise. Planting a mixture of trees, shrubs and perennials can provide birds with year-round food, winter shelter and nesting areas. Water features, especially moving water, act as magnets for birds. Learn how a few simple tips, like saving leaves, can make your yard a healthier environment… Read More »Garden Basics: Attracting Birds to Your Garden

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June 2026
Garden Basics: Herb Gardening—Discover the History and Magic of Culinary and Medicinal Herbs

June 27 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

James Monroe's Highland 2050 James Monroe Parkway, Charlottesville, VA, United States

Growing an herb garden provides easy access to herbs that can be eaten fresh or stored for later use. We will explore the current culinary use of herbs, as well as their historic use in medicine and cooking in Virginia. Participants will gain skills for planning and planting an herb garden in ground or in… Read More »Garden Basics: Herb Gardening—Discover the History and Magic of Culinary and Medicinal Herbs

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July 2026
Garden Basics: More Trees, PLEASE!

July 18 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Trinity Episcopal Church 1118 Preston Avenue, Charlottesville, VA, United States

This session will look at suitable trees for home landscapes, emphasizing native species of trees and their appropriate placement. We will also promote a greater understanding of the nature of trees and highlight their benefits. Space is limited. Please register below to reserve a place in the class. Registration closes at 5 p.m. July 17… Read More »Garden Basics: More Trees, PLEASE!

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September 2026
Garden Basics: Planting Out Cool Weather Crops—Extending Your Garden Harvest

September 19 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

James Monroe's Highland 2050 James Monroe Parkway, Charlottesville, VA, United States

Cool weather crops are essential for gardeners aiming to extend their growing season and make the most of early spring and fall. We will delve into the specifics of selecting the right crops, preparing the garden bed, and managing the unique challenges that come with cool weather gardening. We’ll cover key techniques and timing for… Read More »Garden Basics: Planting Out Cool Weather Crops—Extending Your Garden Harvest

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October 2026
Garden Basics: Growing Tomorrow—Plant Propagation

October 17 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Trinity Episcopal Church 1118 Preston Avenue, Charlottesville, VA, United States

Join us for this overview of common methods of propagating plants, including seed starting, cuttings, division, and layering. We will explain the extra steps some seeds need to sprout, and we will tell you how to sow in winter, how to use the Forsythe pot for propagation of stem cuttings, and how to propagate a… Read More »Garden Basics: Growing Tomorrow—Plant Propagation

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