The Master Gardener Volunteers are selling 2.8 cu. ft. bags of a professional growing mix called Premiere Pro Mix w/Mycorrhizae for $40.00 each.

All soil must be ordered ahead of time and picked up on Tuesday, April 7, 2026 between the hours of 8:00 am and 6:00 pm at the CCE Orange County Office Building located at 18 Seward Avenue, Middletown, NY 10940.

It currently seems like there is either too much water or not enough. Learn gardening techniques to save water during dry periods and prepare for times of superfluous rainfall. Relevant for homeowners, gardeners, or those who are simply curious about eco-friendly gardening practices, participants will leave the program with actionable ideas they can use in their own gardens and landscapes.

Tuesday, April 7th @ 6:00 pm

Water-Wise Gardening @ Woodbury Public Library

It currently seems like there is either too much water or not enough. Learn gardening techniques to save water during dry periods and prepare for times of superfluous rainfall. Relevant for homeowners, gardeners, or those who are simply curious about eco-friendly gardening practices, participants will leave the program with actionable ideas they can use in their own gardens and landscapes.

There are so many different kinds of vegetables to grow! Come learn the basics of planning your vegetable garden so that your plants are in a place where they can thrive.

Water-Wise Gardening @ Albert Wisner Public Library (Warwick)

It currently seems like there is either too much water or not enough. Learn gardening techniques to save water during dry periods and prepare for times of superfluous rainfall. Relevant for homeowners, gardeners, or those who are simply curious about eco-friendly gardening practices, participants will leave the program with actionable ideas they can use in their own gardens and landscapes.

Please bring photos, site plans, and plant lists from your current gardens. After a short presentation we will work together to develop a multi-year plan to integrate natives throughout the landscape.

Here is an opportunity to make a beautiful spring flower arrangement, just in time for Mother’s Day. Each attendee will design a centerpiece that can be used to beautify their home or given as a gift to brighten someone’s day.

Out in the Garden @ Newburgh Armory Unity Center Community Garden

Now that the ground has warmed, it is time to get all of your plants in the ground. Join us in the garden to learn proper seeding and transplanting techniques.

Homemade garden trellises provide a perfect place to grow climbing plants. Build your own six-foot grapevine wrapped teepee trellis to bring home and use in your garden. 

Let’s get creative! During this 2-part class we will explore the wonderful texture and scale of various leaves when they are cast in cement. Beginners and experienced leaf casters are welcome. All materials are supplied, but participants are welcome to bring their favorite leaves for the project.

Tuesday, June 9 @ 6:00 pm

Out in the Garden @ Newburgh Armory Unity Center Community Garden

Watering and weeding seem to be everlasting jobs. Learn tricks reduce the time you spend watering and weeding your garden.

Water-Wise Gardening @ Devitt's Nursey & Supply (New Windsor)

It currently seems like there is either too much water or not enough. Learn gardening techniques to save water during dry periods and prepare for times of superfluous rainfall. Relevant for homeowners, gardeners, or those who are simply curious about eco-friendly gardening practices, participants will leave the program with actionable ideas they can use in their own gardens and landscapes.

Tuesday, July 14 @ 6:00 pm

Out in the Garden @ Newburgh Armory Unity Center Community Garden

Do you ever wonder if an insect is a friend or foe? Come learn about garden insects as well as common vegetable diseases.

Tuesday, August 11 @ 6:00 pm

Out in the Garden @ Newburgh Armory Unity Center Community Garden

Late summer abounds with delicious produce. Learn the proper way to harvest, store, and prepare your bounty.

In this hands-on workshop you will learn how to use the indigo plant straight from the garden! This is a seasonal method of dyeing that can only be done in the summer months when the indigo plants are actively growing. First we will harvest leaves from fresh cut plants. Then participants will learn how to extract the dye using only indigo leaves, ice and salt. Each participant will get experience both preparing dye from the Indigo plants, and dying sample skeins of yarn.

Tuesday, September 8 @ 6:00 pm

Out in the Garden @ Newburgh Armory Unity Center Community Garden

Come learn what crops thrive in the cool fall weather as well as what plants can be planted in fall for spring and summer harvest next year. Learn what you can leave in the garden and what should be removed as well as techniques to protect your soil during the coming winter.

Becoming a Master Gardener Volunteer Discussion Panel

Are you interested in becoming a Master Gardener Volunteer with Cornell Cooperative Extension Orange County?

Join us to hear all about the program from a panel of Master Gardener Volunteers and the Master Gardener Volunteer Coordinator. We will talk you through the application process, our training model, and what it is like to be a Master Gardener Volunteer. 

Becoming a Master Gardener Volunteer Discussion Panel

Are you interested in becoming a Master Gardener Volunteer with Cornell Cooperative Extension Orange County?

Join us to hear all about the program from a panel of Master Gardener Volunteers and the Master Gardener Volunteer Coordinator. We will talk you through the application process, our training model, and what it is like to be a Master Gardener Volunteer.

Hypertufa is a light weight man-made, stone-like material created from natural materials that can be fashioned into all sorts of containers and objects. In this class, you will make a hypertufa planter to take home with you. 

There is more to fall than pumpkins and corn stalks! During this workshop participants will create a beautiful autumn wreath from natural dried flowers, leaves, and other fall themed items.

Come explore the various dye colors you can create using plants that are easily grown right here in Orange County. Learn how to create vibrant colored dyes and all of the steps involved in the dyeing process.

Each participant will get experience both preparing dye from plants and dyeing yarn and leave with two sample skeins of naturally dyed yarn.

Here is opportunity to make a beautiful fall flower arrangement in a ceramic pumpkin just in time for Thanksgiving. Each attendee will design a centerpiece to beautify their home.

Nothing is more festive than holiday decorations made with fresh greens. Join us to create a beautiful holiday Kissing Ball!

Friday, December 4th @ 2:00 pm AND 6:00 pm

Nothing is more festive than holiday decorations made with fresh greens. Join us to create a beautiful holiday Wreath!

Friday, December 4th @ 2:00 pm AND 6:00 pm

Nothing is more festive than holiday decorations made with fresh greens. Join us to create a beautiful Tabletop Tree!