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2024 Holiday Events

Oct 25, 2024 | Features |

Looking for peat moss alternatives?

Oct 1, 2024 | Carol Kinsley, Features |

Peat moss has long been used in gardening to improve the soil by keeping it light and helping retain moisture. But in recent years, gardeners have been learning that harvesting peat moss is not great for the environment. “There...

Bayshore Iris Society to meet in St. Michaels

Oct 1, 2024 | Features |

The Bayshore Iris Society will host the American Iris Society Region 4 Fall Meeting on Oct. 18-19 at the St. Michaels Inn. The event is open to the public. The meeting is scheduled to coincide with the anticipated peak bloom...

Master Gardeners hold training course

Oct 1, 2024 | Features, Sean Clougherty |

While most garden enthusiasts pursue Master Gardener training through the University of Maryland Extension to build on their basic knowledge of plants, insects, the soil and other aspects, some have come to program with specific...