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The Suffolk Extension Master Gardeners (Suffolk EMGs) are proud residents of the City of Suffolk, VA who volunteer their time and expertise, to provide FREE horticultural resources for the residents of the City of Suffolk. Resources concerning tree care, native plants, flower gardening, vegetable gardening, pest and disease identification and management are just a few of the topics we can assist you with! We also maintain gardens all over the City of Suffolk where we conduct educational programs, guided tours, and other events.
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Suffolk Master Gardeners
Do you have a fall garden? If you do what types of things are you growing in it.
If you don't, it is not too late! Here is a great resource to get started with a fall vegetable garden:
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Broccoli, cauliflower, mizuna, daikon, arugula, Swiss chard, parsley, cilantro, carrots,... I think that's it!
Garlic can be a great addition we can add to our gardens in the fall! It is found in so many recipes and is easy to grow. They are best planted s the temperatures stat to cool down but before the soil freezes.
For more information visit some of our favorite resources for all the details:
West Virginia University Extension:
extension.wvu.edu/lawn-gardening-pests/gardening/wv-garden-guide/growing-garlic-in-west-virginia?...
University of Maryland Extension:
extension.umd.edu/resource/growing-garlic-home-garden/
Ohio State University Extension:
ohioline.osu.edu/factsheet/hyg-1627?fbclid=IwY2xjawFzqHBleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHfXdQRMWs53-Mkj6ePQ_D8yj... ... See MoreSee Less
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Did you plant a new tree tis fall? It is important to make sure it is getting enough water.
Here is a great guide to help you with that:
www.facebook.com/extensionmastergardener/posts/pfbid02SeKYLVWh96V4UwxgoTeu69GLzvWvy4KTKppAiZRTM2Y...How much you water newly planted trees varies with region and the size of the tree planted. As with any plant, watering until establishment is vital for survival. Water daily in the first 2 weeks after planting, then every 2-3 days until 12 weeks post planting. After that, water weekly until roots are established. This can be several years, depending on tree size at planting. How much should you water each irrigation session? First determine the caliber for your trees by measuring 6-inches up from the root flair. Refer to the chart for watering suggestions. Always remember that irrigation is a supplement to rainfall.
Resources: extension.umn.edu/planting-and-growing-guides/watering-newly-planted-trees-and-shrubs
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Fall is a great time of year to get out in that garden and divide some of those perennials. Find out more about how to do this by following this link 👇
www.facebook.com/extensionmastergardener/posts/pfbid0QpHwuFAssbsCcsAjPJZZTpyiihf4FtHfHj2iDioqyAcv...Fall is a time to take a break from the garden and celebrate the beauty all around us! However, did you know that Fall is also a great time to divide some of those well-established perennials in our landscape?
Highlights from University of Minnesota Webpage:
extension.umn.edu/planting-and-growing-guides/dividing-perennials
1) Divide perennials on a cloudy, overcast day.
2) Water the soil a day or two in advance.
3) Plants divided in the fall have time to recover before beginning new growth in the Spring.
4) Perennials with fleshy roots such as peonies (Paeonia spp.), Oriental poppy (Papaver orientale) and Siberian iris (Iris siberica) are best divided in the fall.
5) Divide plants at least 4-6 weeks prior to the ground freezing.
6) To aid with transplant shock, be prepared to water weekly if not receiving natural rainfall.
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