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Introduction to Native Gardening (Intro to Urban Agriculture & Community Horticulture) In-Person

Join us for this informative series for beginner and experienced growers interested in developing a greener, healthier East Orange, strengthening neighborhood resilience, and promoting sustainability across the city! This program is presented by the Rutgers Cooperative Extension Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources and the Master Gardeners of Essex County.

Registration is required. Click here to register.

Questions? Email Mark Cheatam, or call him at (973) 266-5411, ext. 5413.


May 5th -- Herbalism: Kitchen Herbs
Presented by Rutgers ANR Associate Roxana Marroquin

May 19th -- Vegetable Gardening
Presented by Rutgers ANR Urban Agriculture Agent Claudia Urdanivia

June 2nd -- Gardening for Life: An Eco-Friendly & Sustainable Gardening Approach
Presented by Master Gardener Jose German

June 16th -- Introduction to Native Gardening
Presented by Master Gardener Karen Fricke

June 30th -- Bees, Invasive Bugs, & More
Presented by Master Gardener Eileen Hyland

July 14th -- Soils & Compost
Presented by Rutgers ANR Urban Agriculture Agent Claudia Urdanivia

July 28th -- Community Celebration & Presentation of Certificates

 

 

Date:
Tuesday, June 16, 2026 Show more dates
Time:
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Time Zone:
Eastern Time - US & Canada (change)
Location:
East Orange Room
Branch:
Main Branch
Audience:
  Adults