Monthly Garden Talks at the Churchland Branch Library

Get Inspired, Learn, and Grow!

Join us for our Monthly Garden Talks at the Churchland Branch Library, where green thumbs of all levels gather to learn, share, and get inspired! Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just starting out, our talks offer valuable insights on a variety of garden and plant-related topics.

Each month, expert speakers share practical advice, tips, and fun facts to help you grow your garden to its fullest potential.

📅 When & Where

🗓 Every 3rd Wednesday of the month (June’s talk will be on the 2nd Tuesday; no talk in August)
🕡 Time: 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
📍 Location: Churchland Branch Library, 4394 High Street West, Portsmouth, VA

🌱 What to Expect

Each month, we dive into a new gardening or plant-related topic! Topics range from:
✔️ Seasonal planting tips
✔️ Organic gardening
✔️ Container gardening
✔️ Pest control
✔️ Plant identification
...and much more!

Whether you have a backyard, a balcony garden, or a passion for houseplants, there’s something for you!

📌 Upcoming Topics

• March: Seed Starting & Seed Swap Event 🌱

• April: Companion Planting & Spring Plant Sale Preview 🌼

• May: What is in Your Water? 💧

• June: BUGS! Heroes vs. Villains (📅 June 11th – Note Date Change) 🐞

• July: Summer Weeds You Love to Hate 🌿

• September: Fall Vegetable Gardening 🥕

• October: Nuts for Natives 🌳

• November: Bulbs for All Seasons 🌷

• December: Garden Art from Found Objects 🎨

🌻 Why Attend?

🌿 Learn from Experts – Talks led by Master Gardener volunteers, horticulturists, and local experts.
🤝 Meet Fellow Gardeners – Connect with like-minded gardening enthusiasts in your community.
💰 Free & Open to All – No registration required; just show up!
🌟 Gardening Inspiration – Walk away with new ideas, expert advice, and motivation to grow!

🎟 How to Participate

No registration needed – just show up and enjoy! Seating is first-come, first-served, so arrive early to grab a spot.

📩 Questions? Contact the Portsmouth Master Gardeners Association Helpline:
📧 Email: helpline@pmgv.org
📞 Call: Cyndi Wyzkiewicz, Extension Horticulture Agent – (757) 393-5314
📅 Office Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM

🌿 Come for the knowledge, stay for the community! We can’t wait to see you at our next Garden Talk! 🌿