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Suffolk Extension Master Gardeners
We Exist to Serve You
Suffolk Extension Master Gardeners (Suffolk EMGs) volunteer their time and expertise to provide FREE horticultural education for residents of the City of Suffolk, Virginia. They provide programs for both youth and adults on a variety of topics like tree care, native plants, flower and vegetable gardening, pest and disease identification, integrated pest management, and more. Visit the programs, events, and demonstration garden pages to learn more!
Ask a Master Gardener
Getting help is easy! Suffolk EMGs can be found at our office, on Facebook, by phone, email, and at various Suffolk farmers markets. Take advantage of our Ask a Master Gardener program, where you can contact us from the comfort of your own home! To submit a question, email us at SuffolkMG@gmail.com or call us at 757-514-4335. When emailing, attach pictures of the plant, pest, or problem and provide a detailed description. This will allow us to serve you. A Suffolk EMG volunteer will respond in a timely manner. Beginning in 2024, volunteers will be providing monthly office hours. Stop by our Virginia Cooperative Extension (VCE) classroom and obtain research-based assistance with your gardening questions and concerns.
Spotted Lanterfly Information
Pest Alert: Spotted Lanternfly Identification
and Reporting in Virginia
Volunteers are available today from 3:30 till 5:00 at the VCE office, 3rd floor, 440 Market St. Stop by if you have any gardening questions! ...
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It isn't too late to get some of those fall vegetables in the group! Check out this calendar to know what you can still plant this month.
Direct Sowing:
Zones 6A & 6B: No recommendations
Zone 7A: Beginning of the month: Spinach
Zone 7B: Beginning of the month: Mustard, Radish. All month: Baby Salad Lettuce, Spinach
Zone 8A: Baby Salad Lettuce, Mustard, Radish, Spinach
Zone 8B Direct Sowing Recommendations are available in the publication linked below.
Transplanting:
Zones 6A, 6B, 7A, and 7B: No recommendations
Zone 8A: Beginning of the month: Head Lettuce
Zone 8B Transplanting Recommendations are available in the publication linked below.
You can prepare for the spring planting season by visiting brnw.ch/plantguide
To determine your USDA zone, you can enter your zip code here: planthardiness.ars.usda.gov/ ...
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What is your favorite fall bulb to put in the ground for spring blooms? 🌷 ...
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