WVU Harrison County Master Gardeners

05/09/2026

Here is the grand prize for today’s plant swap and Garden Fair 2.0!

Must be present to win.

05/07/2026

This year, we will be offerering two concurrent classes.

Container gardens will be taught by Master Gardener, Charlene. She will be discussing the basic principles of designing a beautiful and functional container garden.

Transplanting will be taught by Master Gardener, Margie. She will teach you how to care for your new transplants and the best way to set them up for success.

Both classes will be offered at 10:30 a.m. immediately following the plant swap.

05/06/2026

Are you starting to make plans for the Garden Fair 2.0? View the schedule below!
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10 a.m. Annual plant exchange
10:30-11:15 a.m. Container Garden and Transplanting classes
11:15 a.m. Grand prize & 50/50 Drawings

05/05/2026

Planning to join us for the plant exchange? See the details below!

The rules are simple, the most important being that you need to bring a plant in order to participate. Plus, please do not exchange any money or begin swapping before 10 a.m.! You are welcome to peruse the options before 10, but please no swapping. We also ask that you label your plants and suggest that you ARRIVE EARLY. The swap happens fast, and if you arrive after 10 a.m., there may not be a great selection left.

Additionally, we ask that you do not bring invasives. Curious about what an invasive is? Check out the list linked here: https://extension.wvu.edu/lawn-gardening-pests/gardening/garden-management/invasive-species-in-your-landscape
We can't wait to see you on Saturday! Comment below⬇️ with what you plan to bring to the swap! 🪴

04/28/2026

We're excited to once again be hosting our annual Plant Exchange and Garden Fair 2.0! We'll start with the plant exchange at 10 a.m. sharp (be sure to arrive early). Followed by concurrent classes on transplanting and container gardens at 10:30 a.m.

We'll be in the Gazebo at Harrison County Parks and Recreation, located at 43 Recreation Drive, Clarksburg, WV.

See you on May 9 at 10 a.m.!

02/23/2026

DON'T FORGET☝️! Be sure to register for our Beginning Gardener Workshop. You won't want to miss it! 🌱

🌼 Dig In! Gardening Workshop Series 🌼
Ready to grow your gardening skills this spring?

The Harrison County Master Gardeners invite you to a hands-on, beginner-friendly gardening series led by WVU Extension experts and Master Gardeners. Whether you’re brand new or looking to sharpen your skills, this class has something for you!

🪴 Topics include:
Garden planning • Soil health • Seed starting • Insects & plant disease • Garden methods • Preservation

📅 Wednesdays | 6–8 PM
March 11, March 18, March 25, April 8 & April 15

📍 Benedum Civic Center
164 W. Main St., Bridgeport, WV

✅ FREE registration (class size is limited!)
📲 Register online: https://app.amilia.com/store/en/cityofbridgeport/api/Activity/Detail?activityId=b6l3Q0j
Or call: 304-842-8240

Adults only classroom setting; interested youth may attend with an adult.

🌱 Come learn, dig in, and grow with us!

02/13/2026

Attention all garden enthusiasts, join us on April 17-19 for the annual WVU Extension Master Gardener Conference! 🌱🍉🌼
This year, the conference will be held at the West Virginia State Fairgrounds. It will be a weekend full of educational sessions, exciting tours, silent and live auctions, delicious meals, and more. All are welcome! Register here ➡ https://tr.ee/QljWSS

01/30/2026

We’re excited about the expansion of the Gardening 101 course into this Workshop Series! Be sure to register soon!

🌼 Dig In! Gardening Workshop Series 🌼
Ready to grow your gardening skills this spring?

The Harrison County Master Gardeners invite you to a hands-on, beginner-friendly gardening series led by WVU Extension experts and Master Gardeners. Whether you’re brand new or looking to sharpen your skills, this class has something for you!

🪴 Topics include:
Garden planning • Soil health • Seed starting • Insects & plant disease • Garden methods • Preservation

📅 Wednesdays | 6–8 PM
March 11, March 18, March 25, April 8 & April 15

📍 Benedum Civic Center
164 W. Main St., Bridgeport, WV

✅ FREE registration (class size is limited!)
📲 Register online: https://app.amilia.com/store/en/cityofbridgeport/api/Activity/Detail?activityId=b6l3Q0j
Or call: 304-842-8240

Adults only classroom setting; interested youth may attend with an adult.

🌱 Come learn, dig in, and grow with us!

12/05/2025

Thanks to all who came to our first Winter Wreath Workshop! You did a great job, and we had a fun evening with you.

Be sure to share a photo of your wreaths in the comments⬇️

12/03/2025

HOT OFF THE PRESSES!

The 🌱2026 WVU Extension Garden Calendar🌱 is now available in Harrison County and can be found at the WVU Harrison County Extension Office and the following locations:
💐Southern States Clarksburg
🪴Freed's Greenhouse
🌻Sandy's True Value Hardware
🪻Ace Hardware of Salem
🌷Ace Hardware of Shinnston

This year's calendar highlights "Flower Power."