Fluvanna Master Gardeners

Working with the community to encourage and promote environmentally sound horticulture practices through sustainable landscape management educational Programs. SG

Master Gardener Training Class February 17, 2015 CANCELLED –

The MG Training class for February 17, 2015 has been cancelled due to weather. It will be re-scheduled for a later date. Class members will receive an email in a few days with updated information.   The class schedule will also be revised so Trainees and FMG's can check that as well.

Periodical Cicada Emergence

Counties along and adjoining the Blue Ridge, be aware that you will have a periodical cicada emergence this year. I have already had reports of mud tubes and emergence holes. Follow the link to a fact for more information. This is Brood I of the 17 year cicada. Next year Brood II covers much of the Central parts of Virginia.

Click here to read Virginia Tech's publication about the Periodical Cicada Emergence

Late Blight of Tomato and Potato

The Pathogen  Phytophthora infestans belongs to a group of plant pathogens commonly called “water molds” because of their affinity and special adaptations to water. Until the late 20th century, water molds were classified as fungi. However, as their evolutionary relationships were revealed, they were reclassified within the stramenopiles, a group with many aquatic organisms, such as brown algae.

Click here to read the Virginia Tech publication about Late Blight of Tomato and Potato