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The Durham County Extension Master Gardener Plant Festival is scheduled for March 28, 2026, with a plant sale on April 11, 2026. Many of the plants can be viewed in the revised Demonstration Garden, especially native plants like butterfly weed, stokes' aster, and spotted bee balm.

The Durham County Extension Master Gardener Plant Sale on April 11, 2026, features miniature vegetable varieties ideal for small spaces, promoting easy gardening and delicious snacking while working in the garden.

The Durham County Extension Master Gardeners are hosting a Plant Festival on March 28, 2026, themed "Gardening Across Generations." Events include educational sessions, community partnerships, hands-on activities, and family-friendly gatherings, catering to diverse gardening interests and promoting sustainability.

This article concludes a series on seed starting, focusing on hardening off seedlings and proper transplanting techniques. Gradual acclimatization and careful handling ensure successful outdoor establishment of plants.

Along with demonstrations and plant experts, the upcoming 2026 Plant Festival "Gardening Across Generations" will feature a "Sharing Family Garden Stories" table, where participants can record gardening stories, fostering intergenerational connections and preserving family history. On our blog this week, volunteer Melinda Heigel shares her own family gardening stories. Read more here.

In March, gardens awaken despite the remaining frost risk. It's time for lawn care, fertilization, planting, and pruning. Gardeners should prepare equipment and enjoy gardening, focusing on fun and relaxation as spring arrives.