Ask a Master Gardener at the St. Matthews Farmers Market
Aug
22
8:00 AM08:00
Community Events

Ask a Master Gardener at the St. Matthews Farmers Market

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Join the Jefferson County Master Gardener Association at the St. Matthews Farmers Market for free plant tips, gardening advice, and answers to your gardening questions.

We’ll be set up at the corner of Browns Lane and Shelbyville Road from 8:00 a.m. to noon. Stop by while you shop the market, meet local Master Gardeners, and bring your questions about plants, soil, vegetables, flowers, pests, pruning, garden planning, or anything growing in your yard.

Whether you are new to gardening or just trying to solve a specific plant problem, we’re happy to help with practical tips and friendly guidance.

Bring your questions and stop by to see us at the Jefferson County Master Gardeners Association table!

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Free Gardening Advice at the St. Matthews Farmers Market
Jul
18
8:00 AM08:00
Community Events

Free Gardening Advice at the St. Matthews Farmers Market

Join the Jefferson County Master Gardener Association at the St. Matthews Farmers Market for free plant tips, gardening advice, and answers to your gardening questions.

We’ll be set up at the corner of Browns Lane and Shelbyville Road from 8:00 a.m. to noon. Stop by while you shop the market, meet local Master Gardeners, and bring your questions about plants, soil, vegetables, flowers, pests, pruning, garden planning, or anything growing in your yard.

Whether you are new to gardening or just trying to solve a specific plant problem, we’re happy to help with practical tips and friendly guidance.

Bring your questions and stop by to see us at the Jefferson County Master Gardeners Association table!

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Farmington Historic Plantation – ‘Farmikids Grow!’
May
16
10:00 AM10:00
Class

Farmington Historic Plantation – ‘Farmikids Grow!’

A hands-on gardening and nature program designed just for kids.

FarmiKids Grow! at Farmington Historic Plantation combines outdoor exploration, simple science lessons, and creative activities to help children learn about plants, soil, bugs, and how things grow.

Each monthly session includes:
• Interactive nature lessons
• Gardening activities and planting
• Crafts and take-home projects
• Story time and outdoor exploration
• A seasonal “pizza garden” experience

Kids will build confidence, curiosity, and a connection to the natural world—while learning by doing.

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May
14
6:00 PM18:00

Farmington Historic Plantation – Design and Grow a Kitchen Garden

Design a garden that’s both beautiful and productive.

This hands-on class at Farmington Historic Plantation teaches how to combine vegetables, herbs, fruits, and flowers into a functional kitchen garden. Learn practical growing methods—including raised beds, containers, and straw bales—along with simple design strategies to create a space that works for your home and lifestyle.

The session includes a guided tour of the JCMGA kitchen garden and herbal walkway.

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May
9
11:00 AM11:00
Class

‘FarmiGardeners Veg Out’

Farmigardeners Veg Out’ Vegetable Gardening for Beginners.  This series begins on May 9th and continues through the gardening season with two classes per month. On 2nd Saturdays and 4th Thursdays of each month, you’ll experience Hands-on Gardening Education with Master Gardener Coaches. Includes shares of produce grown during the season.  Register at www.visitfarmington.org Fees apply.

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Winter Seed Swap and Seed Sowing Event
Feb
7
10:00 AM10:00

Winter Seed Swap and Seed Sowing Event

  • Crescent Hill Presbyterian Church (map)
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FREE PUBLIC EVENT - EVERYONE WELCOME!

  • Seed Swap Table – Bring seeds to share and find seeds from dozens of varieties offered from our organizations and others.

  • Kids Activity – Kids will be instructed on how to build a Bug House for their own gardens and will take home their creation.

  • Shop our Garden Market - Handcrafted and curated items for home and garden will be available for purchase.

  • 10:30 AM Winter Sowing Workshop - Learn to ‘Winter Sow’ seeds and access seed varieties perfect for this process. Q&A with Master Gardeners having years of experience in this technique (participants should bring a clear or translucent milk jug).

  • 11:30 AM Traditional Seed Sowing Workshop - Watch as our Master Gardeners take you through the finer points of traditional seed sowing basics. Q&A with Master Gardeners experienced in this technique.

  • Bake Sale and Soup Kitchen - We’ll be serving breakfast pastries, coffee & tea. Two varieties of house made soup, bread, and assorted baked goods will also be available for sale.

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