Extension Master GardenerSM Volunteers of Buncombe County

Events

Online Seminar: Wood Pallet and Straw Bale Gardening, April 24

Saturday Seminar presents:
Wood Pallet and Straw Bale Gardening

Straw bale gardening--good for small spaces and problem soilsSaturday, April 24, 2021
10 to 11 a.m.

Virtual attendance via Zoom video and audio internet connection.

Presenter: Phil Roudebush, Extension Master GardenerSM Volunteer

Join Phil as he explains how to use straw bales and recycled wood pallets for gardening in small spaces. This popular technique is also an easy and economical way to overcome problems gardeners encounter with heavy clay soils.

Registration: The talk is free but registration is required. Please click on the link below to register. If you encounter problems registering or if you have questions, call 828-255-5522.

Zoom seminar access: After registration, you will receive an email with instructions and a link to join this online live broadcast via Zoom. The ability to access Zoom through a computer, tablet or smartphone with a reliable internet connection is necessary to attend.

Online Seminar: Planning and Growing a Botanical Dye Garden, April 19

The Learning Garden presents:
Planning and Growing a Botanical Dye Garden

Date: Monday, April 19, 2021
10 to 11 a.m.

Virtual attendance via Zoom video and audio internet connection

Presenters: Pat Strang and Joyce Tromba, Extension Master GardenerSM Volunteers

Learn how to select and grow plants that will give you a rainbow of colors to dye any kind of fiber. Or use these plants to make inks and paints. Pat and Joyce discuss plant selection, garden design and maintenance, as well as when and how to harvest your dye plants. You will get information about where to buy seeds and seedlings, and you will learn how to save your own seeds. Dye plants are easy to grow and will connect you to the garden in a whole new way.

Registration: The talk is free, but participation is limited and registration is required. Please click on the link below to register. If you encounter problems registering or if you have questions, call 828-255-5522.

Zoom seminar access: After registration, you will receive an email with instructions and a link to join this online live broadcast via Zoom. The ability to access Zoom through a computer, tablet, or smartphone with a reliable internet connection is necessary to attend.

Applications Being Accepted for Extension Master GardenerSM Training

Do you love to garden and help others in your community garden too? The Extension Master GardenerSM volunteer program in Buncombe County is now accepting applications for initial training this fall. We are looking for individuals who want to serve their community, expand and share their gardening knowledge, and work in a team environment.

Happy Master Gardener volunteers and Extension staff in Buncombe County

To become a certified Extension Master GardenerSM volunteer, individuals accepted into the program are required to complete the 40-hour initial training program, pass an examination, and complete an internship of 40 hours of volunteer service. Additional continuing education (15 hours) and volunteer service to the community (30 hours) are required for annual re-certification.

Training will be held during the day on Tuesdays, August 31 through November 30 and will be a combination of online and in-person sessions. Unfortunately, due to COVID the schedule and other details are still in development.

The application deadline is June 1, 2021.

A training fee of $150 is due upon acceptance into the training program.

More information on the Master Gardener program in Buncombe County, including Frequently Asked Questions and Activities to Fulfill Your Volunteer Requirements, is available on the Buncombe County Extension website.  Click here: Buncombe County Extension website

Download and print an application: 2021 EMG Application and Certification Agreement
2021 Extension Master Gardener Training Schedule—IN DEVELOPMENT

Helping Gardeners Put Knowledge to Work

 

Contact Us

Buncombe County Extension Office
49 Mount Carmel Road
Asheville, NC 28806
Helpline 828-255-5522

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