The Garden Fence
Monthly Newsletter – Harford County Master Gardeners
March 2016
Inside this Issue
President’s Message
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Delphinium
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Flower Show Them
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JFK National Parks
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MD State Nursery
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Trainings
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Education Opportunities 9
License Plates
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Annual Report
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Calendar
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Officers
Ellen Haas
President
Anne Spelman
Vice President
Nancy Cohen
Secretary
Jane Howe
Secretary
Kathy Ullrich
Treasurer
Quick Links
Harford County Extension
Office
Home & Garden Info
Center
MG Hours Online
Art Explosion Image Library
President’s Message
Terrariums!
The Master Gardener (MG) Daytime Study
Group planted terrariums in February! Eighteen
Master Gardeners made open and closed
terrariums using containers that they brought
themselves, or with jars provided by the
Harford County Extension Office. Anne
Spelman taught the class, and Eleanor Cone
and Joan Parris brought plants. I assisted and
took care of some of the logistics – providing
gravel, charcoal and soil to all participants. Of
course, Anne, Eleanor and Joan provided their
considerable expertise to all participants.
First, a little background. Terrariums are usually thought of as being
tightly closed sealable glass or plastic containers for growing,
displaying, and/or transporting plants. The lids of closed terrariums can
be opened to allow plant maintenance
whenever needed. Closed terrariums
create a unique environment for plant
growth because the transparent walls of
the container allow both heat and light to
enter the growing environment. The
sealed container, combined with the heat
entering the terrarium, allows for the
creation of a small scale water cycle,
where moisture from both the soil and
plants evaporates in the elevated
temperatures inside the terrarium. This
water vapor then condenses on the walls
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of the container, and eventually falls back to the plants and soil below.
This contributes to creating an ideal environment for growing plants due
to the constant supply of water, thereby preventing the plants from
drying out. This type of terrarium was used to grow delicate plants in
19th century homes, and to transport precious plants over long distances.
Terrariums have also come to be defined as unsealed, open containers
with no cover. Open terrariums do not have the water cycle, but must be
watered because they do not retain the humidity of the closed container.
However, for both types of terrarium, the light that passes through the
transparent material of the terrarium allows for the plants within to
photosynthesize. Terrariums are most useful for small plants that do not
adapt well to normal home environments. When properly planted,
located and maintained, terrariums provide a means to grow many
plants with minimal care.
And now, back to the Daytime Study Group. The goal of this class was to let MG’s learn about
terrariums by assembling the proper growing medium and plants in glass containers chosen by each
MG. Anne Spelman showed a slide presentation describing terrarium materials, plants, assembly
and maintenance. After the slides, the class chose plants provided by Eleanor and Joan, and then
assembled their terrariums, using the requisite materials required by the plants and the container.
During the class I wandered around, taking pictures of Master Gardeners assembling their
terrariums. The thing that amazed me was the large variety of different containers that MG’s chose to
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use, as well as the wide variety of different, but beautiful, terrariums that came out of this class.
Master Gardeners in this study group certainly have an eye for design!
Many thanks to the Master Gardeners who put together this class, and who participated in it. Anne
Spelman and I will take our terrarium-teaching skills to the Kaufman Cancer Center later in February,
where we will be involved in teaching two terrarium classes to patients and staff. In the meantime, if
you’re looking for a good Terrarium guideline, see the University of Missouri Guide shown in the
References below.
References:
Terrariums; University of Missouri Guide, G6520. Tricklein, David H. (Reviewer), University of
Missouri Extension, Division of Plant Sciences.
Wikipedia (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Terrarium)
National Garden Bureau Perennial of the Year - Delphinium
Article and Photographs taken from National Garden Bureau at ngb.org
Delphinium is a perennial favorite as the tall spikes of
blue flowers in the background of a stately English or
cottage garden. The modern delphinium flower may be
a single or double rosette in popular blue or red, pink,
white, violet and yellow. Many of the flowers have
white or black centers known as “bees.”
History
Delphinium, a native throughout the Northern
Hemisphere includes about 300 species in the
Ranunculaceae (Buttercup) Family. The name
"delphinium" originated with the ancient Greeks who
thought the shape of the new flower bud with spur
resembled that of a dolphin’s nose. Delphinium is often
called by the common name "larkspur" which is shared between the perennial Delphinium and the annual
Consolida species.
Most delphinium hybrids and cultivars are derived from Delphinium elatum. Hybridisation was developed in the
19th-century led by Victor Lemoine in France. Other hybrid crosses have included D. bruninianum, D.
cardinale, D. cheilanthum, and D. formosum.
The Pacific Giant hybrids are a popular variety today that typically grows four to six feet tall on long stems
developed by Frank Reinelt, renowned breeder in the United States. Millennium delphinium hybrids, bred by
Dowdeswell's Delphinium Ltd. in New Zealand, are reportedly better in warmer, more humid climates than the
Pacific hybrids. Flower colors in shades of red, orange, and pink can be found hybridized from D. cardinale by
Reinelt and Samuelson.
Delphinium cultivars in production today
The most common delphiniums in commercial production are Delphinium elatum and Pacific hybrid varieties
known for their long spiky stems and beautiful two-foot long flower stems. These mainly seed propagated
plants are available through garden retailers.
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A few very interesting hybrids are available from tissue culture with rare and unusual flower colors. Also, with
new breeding, “bush” type delphiniums are coming to the market from crosses between Delphinium
Beladonna, Bellamosum, Grandilflorum and Cardinale hybrids.
In the Delphinium elatum hybrids, the best known varieties are the
New Zealand Hybrids with strong colors and medium sized plants.
Some older and newer varieties are available from both seed and
plants: Pagans Purple, Royal Aspiration, New Millennium Stars,
Blushing Brides, Dasante Blue, Candle, Colbalt Dreams and many
more.
Delphinium Pacific Hybrid varieties are slightly taller than New
Millennium varieties, but very similar in growing habit and colors.
Pacific Hybrids are also referred as Pacific Giant hybrids. The most
popular varieties are Black Knight, Galahad, Blue Jay, Blue Bird, and
King Arthur.
The Delphinium Guardian, Aurora and Magic Fountain series also offer great colors and very controlled
growth; this new breeding is beginning to replace some of the older elatum hybrids on the market. Blue purple
and lavender are the most popular colors in this series.
There are three interesting and unusual Delphiniums originating from Tissue Culture coming from Holland
offering very distinctive and spectacular looks with some exciting color breakthroughs: Red Caroline, Princess
Caroline and Delft Blue.
New grandiflorum, cardinale, and nudicaule hybrids offer a bouquet of flowers instead of one large flower.
Varieties of these include Diamonds Blue, Summer Nights, Summer Stars, Summer Morning, and Summer
Clouds.
Delphiniums in the garden
Homeowners can begin their delphiniums from seed or as a plant from a garden retailer. They are very easy to
grow in the northern climates with very little maintenance. As a perennial, they tolerate cool northern climates
and overwinter with ease as a hardy perennial in Zone 4. Some misunderstanding about non-hardiness
actually comes from hot and humid climates, which the plants cannot tolerate for long periods of time.
Delphiniums act more like annuals in the southern climates.
After the first flush of flowers, plants can be cut back and a second set
of flowers will appear on shorter stems. Mulching is not
recommended, because it can cause stem rot. After heavy frost, latefall early-winter plants need to be cut back and cleaned up. Winter
protection is not necessary, but plants can be covered with hay or
leaves to protect the crowns. This protection needs to be removed
very early in spring to maintain a healthy Delphinium in the garden. In
natural snow-covered areas, no extra protection is needed.
Homeowners can begin their Delphiniums from seed or as a plant
through your garden retailer.
Successful Seed Germination
A few guidelines for successful germination when starting from seeds:
Seeding timeframe is very important. September to March is the best
time to seed delphiniums.
Seeds must be fresh. Delphinium seeds lose viability after one year,
and germination can be poor.
Presoaking seeds will improve the germination rate by 20-30%.
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Seed germination temperature should be 65F night and 75F day.
Seeds must be covered with only 1/8” of soil and soil media should be evenly moist, but not too wet, during
germination. The most common cause of loss is rotting due to keeping the germination media too wet. Tray
size selection is also important. Smaller rather than larger is the best.
After plants have two true sets of leaves, they can be transplanted into a well prepared garden bed naturally
protected from high winds.
Pests and Disease
Delphiniums are generally very easy to grow plants, but a few issues can be encountered during growing and
propagation.
Powdery Mildew : High humidity and poor air circulation can cause powdery mildew. The best way to get rid of
this problem is by keeping the foliage as dry as possible.
Snails and Slugs: To alleviate this problem, try setting up some simple beer traps.
The National Garden Bureau recognizes and thanks Zoltan Kovacs from Dümmen Orange as author and
contributor to this fact sheet.
‘Explore America’ Honors the Centennial of the National Park Service
Press Release – PHS Philadelphia Flower Show
PHILADELPHIA – The 2016 PHS Philadelphia Flower Show, “Explore America,” will celebrate the
centennial of the National Park Service and our country’s majestic landscapes, rich history, and
vibrant culture on March 5-13 at the Pennsylvania Convention Center.
From Acadia and Cape Cod, to Valley Forge and Shenandoah, to Yellowstone, Yosemite and other
iconic parks and historic sites, American beauty and glory will serve as inspiration for exhibits created
by the nation’s premier floral and garden designers.
“The Pennsylvania Horticultural Society is honored that the Philadelphia Flower Show has been
chosen by the National Park Service as a centennial event marking this amazing milestone,” Sam
Lemheney, PHS Chief of Shows & Events, said. “This is a wonderful partnership, and ‘Explore
America’ will be an extraordinary show.”
“The National Park Service and PHS share a commitment to introduce new generations to the beauty
of nature, to be good stewards of our environment, to honor the contributions of individuals to our
history, and to build vibrant communities,” said Cynthia MacLeod, Superintendent of Independence
National Historical Park. “The 2016 Flower Show will be a fun and glorious event and a highlight of
the NPS’s Centennial Year.”
EXPLORE: In the Flower Show’s acres of trails, exhibits and attractions, guests will discover the
range of horticulture in the national landscape, including the rainbow of wildflowers, desert blooms,
coastal flora, verdant meadows, fragrant pinelands, and ancient redwoods.
The Flower Show will also tell the diverse stories that forged the United States with exhibits inspired
by the nation’s monuments and places where history happened.
“Explore America” will spotlight Independence National Historical Park, Lincoln’s birthplace, Liberty
Island, and other sites honoring our national heritage.
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Visitors will start their Flower Show adventure in the “Big Timber Lodge,” an interpretation of classic
park architecture of wood and stone, enhanced by Native American-inspired art, sculpted animals,
floral totems, and a dazzling waterfall. Spectacular imagery spanning the breadth of the park system
will come to life on multiple overhead screens, as sounds of thundering bison and songbirds transport
visitors into the wild.
Guests will have the opportunity to follow three trails through the show floor, leading them to exhibits
that exemplify the natural beauty, history, and culture of the sites maintained by the National Park
Service. Flower Show “explorers” will be able to locate stops along the trails on the show map, and
the exhibit signs will denote each park’s significance.
The Pennsylvania Horticultural Society and the National Park Service are natural partners, sharing a
common mission to protect and care for natural resources and preserve green spaces. In 2016, the
National Park Service is celebrating 100 years of sharing America’s 408 national parks sites, and
helping people make meaningful connections to them. Through “Explore America,” PHS and the Park
Service are engaging those who know and love the parks, and inviting a new generation to discover
the special places that belong to us all.
In the “Find Your Park Pavilion” at the Flower Show, families can meet Park Rangers from around the
country in person and by webcast, explore parks and gardens throughout the U.S. and in their own
backyards, and become part of the Junior Ranger program. Activities will include Ranger talks and
rewards that include Ranger badges and a new National Park Service trading card created especially
for the Flower Show.
EXPERIENCE: Guests will be inspired to climb a mountain, ford a stream, hike trails, and pitch camp
in the exhibits and special events of the 2016 Flower Show.
Families will marvel at the Flower Show’s new Railway Garden – powered by Amtrak with Bachmann
Trains – which will feature a vast display of model locomotives and rail cars rumbling through the
familiar sites of a miniaturized American landscape. Other favorite show features will include
“Butterflies Live!,” a rare opportunity to interact with domestic and exotic varieties; and Make & Take,
where everyone can create a Flower Show keepsake.
The new “Base Camp,” in the Convention Center’s Grand Hall, will be an indoor playground of
attractions, shopping, dining, live music and Fine Wine & Good Spirits tastings. A giant Flower Show
Pop Up Pub Garden where guests can refresh between explorations of the Flower Show.
Special events at the Show this year will include the “Cabin Fever Country Hoedown,” with country
music and dancing on opening day, March 5; Wedding Wednesday, a fabulous bridal expo on March
9; Flowers After Hours, an evening of music and delicious sips on March 10; Fido Friday, an invitation
to flower-loving canines and their human companions on March 11; and the Flower Show Jamboree,
featuring activities for families including the Teddy Bear Tea, Junior Ranger Day, and special
appearances on March 13.
The Flower Show also invites visitors to meet garden, and design experts and vote for winners in
exciting, real-time “design-offs.” In the Design Gallery and throughout the Show, guests will take away
innovative ideas for outdoor spaces inspired by diverse American regions, home decorating concepts
borrowed from historic settings, and other creative tips they can bring to their own home and garden.
EXHALE: Take in the view. Leave your worries behind. The 2016 PHS Philadelphia Flower Show,
“Explore America,” will be a grand adventure
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Growth and development of national park and reserve programs throughout the world are
important to the welfare of the people of every nation. We must have places where we can find
release from the tensions of an increasingly industrialized civilization, where we can have
personal contact with the natural environment which sustains us. To this end, permanent
preservation of the outstanding scenic and scientific assets of every country, and of the
magnificent and varied wildlife which can be so easily endangered by human activity, is
imperative. National parks and reserves are an integral aspect of intelligent use of natural
resources. It is the course of wisdom to set aside an ample portion of our national resources as
national parks and reserves, thus ensuring that future generations may know the majesty of
the earth as we know it today.
-- John F. Kennedy
Maryland State Nursery Now Accepting Orders
http://nursery.dnr.maryland.gov/
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources is now accepting tree
seedling orders through the John S. Ayton State Forest Tree Nursery.
More than 30 tree species are available to meet a variety of aesthetic
and environmental needs. Visit the Nursery’s site at
http://nursery.dnr.maryland.gov/ to learn more and to view an online
catalog.
Seedlings are available for conservation purposes defined as:
watershed protection, wildlife habitat, Christmas trees, forest products,
soil protection, buffer planting and wind-break protection. Seedlings are available in units as small as 25 per
species with a minimum order of 100. Although the Nursery accepts orders through April 2014 for the next
growing season, landowners are encouraged to order early as supplied are limited.
Landowners who purchase seedlings from the John S. Ayton Nursery agree to:
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Plant all seedlings and shrubs in Maryland or Delaware for conservation purposes
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Provide a planting report upon DNR request
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Protect plantings as much as possible from fires, grazing animals and trespassers
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Keep live, rooted trees in place (trees with roots attached may not be uprooted for sale as live or
ornamental trees)
Seedlings purchased from the State Nursery cannot be used
for landscaping or ornamental purposes. The Forest Service,
however, fully recognizes the benefits that trees provide in
terms of beautification, privacy screening and enhancing
architectural design. We encourage homeowners and
businesses to patronize their local private nursery, garden
center or landscape contractor. These professionals can
assist you in choosing the proper trees, shrubs, flowers and
maintenance supplies to meet your landscaping needs.
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Advanced Master Gardener Training
March 5 & 12, 2016 – 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Bay Wise Training, March 5 @ Cylburn Arboretum, March 12 @ the Baltimore County Ag Center
You need to attend BOTH days in order to get the certificate.
Cost: $50 payable to “EAB' with 'BW Advanced Training" in the memo. Your check assures your registration
Send checks to: UME Baltimore City
6615 Reisterstown Road
Suite 201
Baltimore, MD 21215
March 12, 2016 - 7:45 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
GardenWise – York County Master Gardeners, Central York Middle School, York,
PA
GardenWise is a nearby opportunity to log about
four hours of MG education! Some of us are
carpooling and may have room for you-check with
Joyce. The York County Master Gardeners' oneday school is for gardeners interested in keeping
abreast of the latest news and research in
gardening. Whether you are new to gardening or
have been gardening for years GardenWise has
something for you. Dr. Doug Tallamy from the
University of Delaware is this year's keynote
speaker. Doug will bring us updates on his latest
research on the connections between plants and
wildlife as well as a new talk offered in our breakout
sessions
Registration is $58 if registered by Friday, February
19, 2016. Cost $65. Registration Deadline: Friday, March 4, 2016. Agenda and registration is available via
Penn State Extension office website: http://www.cvent.com/events/gardenwise/event-summaryb6c26b1a77b84ba0b2bcff13946d782c.aspx
Education Opportunities
March 2016 – 10:30 a.m.
Spring Lecture Series Ladew Topiary Gardens, Harvey Ladew Studio, Monkton, MD
March 16: A Cultural Exploration of Chinese Gardens with Scott Rykiel
March 23: Fine Gardening Meets Fine Dining – Delectable Plants for the Home Landscape with Pandora
Young
March 30: The Right-Size Flower Garden with Kerry Ann Mendez
Members $25, Non-Members $30, Optional Lunch $12 http://www.ladewgardens.com/EDUCATION/AdultEducation/Lecture-Series
March 2, 2016 – 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
The New Front Yard, Mt. Cuba Center Hockessin, DE
Reinvent traditional foundation plantings with natives that feature multi-seasonal interest that encourages
songbirds.
Fee: $30 https://education.mtcubacenter.org/wconnect/CourseStatus.awp?&course=161GAR134
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March 8, 2016 – 9:30 a.m.
In the Garden Series: Hydrangea Paniculata Pruning, Ladew Topiary Gardens,
Monkton, MD
Learn advanced gardening skills directly from the Ladew professional gardeners in “behind the scenes”
gardening demonstrations. http://www.ladewgardens.com/EDUCATION/Adult-Education/In-The-GardenSeries
Members: Free, Non-Members $13, includes admission to the Gardens and Nature Walk.
March 7, 2016 – 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 pm.
Heritage Vegetable Gardening, Baltimore County Master Gardeners, Cockeysville,
MD
Pat Brodinski – Gardener Monticello. Join us for a seed exchange afterwards
Fee: $25; http://mgis16.eventbrite.com
March 8, 2016 – 7:30 p.m.
Horticultural Society of Maryland Lecture Series, Vollmer Center Auditorium
Cylburn Arboretum, Baltimore, MD
Patrick Cullina, Shopping for Eden: Gathering Perspective on the Pursuit of Plants & Gardens
“Cullina will offer a colorful exploration of meaningful plant acquisition and the factors that contribute to their
successful integration into compelling designs for public landscapes and private urban spaces.”
Admission non-members $10 at the door. http://mdhoriculture.org/programsevents/lecture-series
March 12, 2016 – 10:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Annual Bank to Bend Event, Winterthur Museum, Wilmington, DE
Lecture: “Snowdrops at Colesbourne, Gloucestershire” 11:00 a.m. – Noon ($20 per
non-member)
Second Saturday Garden Walk: “Snowdrops & Other Minor Bulbs” – 1:00 p.m.
(included with general admission
Minor Bulbs Workshop – 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. (included with general
admission) http://www.winterthur.org/?p=1191
March 18, 2016 – 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Best Native Plants for Pollinators – Mt. Cuba Center
Hockessin, DE
Based on a recent trial of 84 species of native perennials by Penn State
Extention, discover which natives were most attractive to pollinators and
Art Explosion Image Library
learn how to incorporate them with other plans to create attractive gardens
for pollinators.
Fee: $30 https://education.mtcubacenter.org/wconnect/CourseStatus.awp?&course=161GAR123
April 8, 2016 – 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Green Matters Symposium: A Garden Gateway, Brookside Gardens, Wheaton, MD
Using Brookside Gardens’ recent Garden Gateway Project the symposium will focus on environmentally
friendly landscape projects offering practical suggestions ranging from hardscape to plantings.
Fee: $99; Early Bird (before March 1): $85 http://ActiveMONTGOMERY.org
April 9, 2016 - 7:45 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
24th Annual Shirley R. Wagner Garden Symposium, Penn State Master Gardeners
& Cooperative Extension of Lancaster County
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The 24th Annual Shirley R. Wagner Garden Symposium for home gardeners will feature speaker Mike
McGrath, host of WHYY Philadelphia “You Bet Your Garden”, with talks on composting and gardening in the
shade. The program will also feature Penn State horticulturalists—Steve Bogash on “Growing the Best
Tomatoes and Green Peppers Ever” and Annette MaCoy with tactics for dealing with invasive plants.
Registration is $65 and includes Lunch. Deadline: Tuesday, April 5, 2016. Agenda and registration is
available via Penn State Extension office website: http://www.cvent.com/events/shirley-r-wagner-gardensymposium-24th-annual/event-summary-2625dfc92ebe4144945116fa25fb989a.aspx
Special News from the State Master Gardener Office
General Assembly to Consider House Bill 1102: Celebrating Maryland Native Plants and Pollinators License
Plate
HB1102: Celebrating Maryland Native Plants and Pollinators License Plate is currently under
consideration by the Maryland General Assembly. If passed, this legislation would create a specialty license
plate to support Maryland native plants and pollinators. Revenue from the plate would fund a
statewide University of Maryland Extension education program that would facilitate the production and use of
native plants and promote the protection of native pollinators.
Please refer to the Home and Garden Information Center website to learn about the need for this program
and how proceeds from the specialty plate would be used. We also have a Facebook post about the bill that
you can share.
For current and detailed information about the bill, its history, and its progress, please refer to the General
Assembly of Maryland HB1102 listing.
If you would like to contact elected officials in your district to share your views about this bill, please do so
before March 9th. The hearing for this bill is scheduled for March 10th.
Below are the names of specific Delegates on the Environment & Transportation Committee who will be
voting on this bill on March 10th.
Kumar P. Barve, Chair
Dana M. Stein, ViceChair
Carl L. Anderton, Jr.
Pamela G. Beidle
Alfred C. Carr, Jr.
Andrew P. Cassilly
Robert L. Flanagan
William G. Folden
David FraserHidalgo
Barbara A. Frush
James W. Gilchrist
Anne Healey
Marvin E. Holmes,
Jr.
Jay A. Jacobs
Jay Jalisi
Tony Knotts
Stephen W. Lafferty
Clarence K. Lam
Cory V. McCray
Anthony J. O'Donnell
Charles J. Otto
A. Shane Robinson
Kathy Szeliga
William J. Wivell
Please share this information with co-workers, family, friends, and neighbors who have an
interest in native plants and pollinators.
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Collection of Agricultural Plastics
Location: Mulch & Compost Facility at Scarboro Landfill
3135 Scarboro Road, Street, MD 21154
Weeks of: February 22-27, 2016; April 4-9, 2016; June 6-11, 2016
The following plastics will be accepted for recycling:
Polypropylene baler twine
White supersacks and feed bags
White bale wrap
Clear stretch wrap
Clear greenhouse covers
Stacked, polystyrene greenhouse trays
Plastics will be accepted between the hours of 8:00 AM and
2:00 PM. Please call Melissa Filliagi at 410-638-3417 or
send an e-mail to mfili@menv.com to provide the estimated day and time of arrival.
All plastics should be as clean as possible and stored under cover to minimize moisture. Farmers should
separate the plastic by type (for example, do not mix baling twine in with bale wrap) and plastics should be tied
into bundles for ease of handling. Plant containers should be stacked. Farmers should be prepared to unload
and separate the materials on their own, as we will not necessarily have staff available to assist.
Harford County Master Gardeners Annual Report
The Harford County Master Gardeners served a total of 6,649 hours of service in 2015. The
volunteers were 108 strong with an additional 22 trainees. They exceeded last years’ service hour
total by 850 hours!
The mission of the Master Gardeners is to educate. Our volunteer educators taught 114 programs to
1208 residents in Harford County. The education classes serve both youth and adults. Examples of
youth classes include STEM nights, programs at nature and environmental centers and 4-H events.
Adult education classes are offered at libraries, hospitals, garden clubs and at special events.
Ask a Master Gardener plant clinics are available throughout the county. Five clinic sites include Bel
Air Farmer’s Market, Havre de Grace Farmer’s Market and three libraries. Clinics are our biggest
community outreach with 56 clinics held at which we served 4126 citizens. That deserves a huge
bravo!
The Bay-Wise team certified 9 residences. At these homes, the Bay-Wise teams evaluated the
homeowner’s land management practices and offered strategies for improvement.
Food production classes help residents become more self-reliant gardeners. Almost a third of our
classes and workshops taught in 2015 were on the topic of food production. Our teams of MG’s
assisted with the development of 7 school/youth and community gardens. The Eden Mill
demonstration vegetable garden donated 136 pounds of produce to the Bel Air Methodist Church
Food Bank. Both vegetable and herb classes continue to be well attended classes.
Please take the time to view the attached annual report. It shows all programs in which Harford County Master
Gardeners participated in 2015. Plus a few highlights! Joyce is proud of all the work accomplished.
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Calendar of Events
March 3
10 a.m.
MG Monthly Meeting
HCEO
March 25
April 7
10 a.m.
7 p.m.
MG Steering Committee Meeting
Volunteer Appreciation Evening
Bring a Dessert
HCEO
Liriodendron
The Maryland Master Gardener Mission Statement
The Maryland Master Gardener mission is to support the University of Maryland Extension by
educating Maryland residents about safe effective and sustainable horticultural practices that
build healthy gardens, landscapes and communities.
Joyce Browning
Urban Horticulturist
Master Gardener Coordinator
Harford County Office
The University of Maryland, College of Agriculture and Natural Resources programs are open to all and will not
discriminate against anyone because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, religion,
ancestry or national origin, marital status, genetic information, political affiliation, or gender identity and expression.
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