This popular annual event features native plants for purchase, vendors, and expert info!
The Rutgers Master Gardeners of Mercer County are pleased to announce the return of their annual Spring Plant Expo and Garden Market on Saturday, May 14, 9 am to 1 pm. The event will be held RAIN OR SHINE at the Mercer Educational Gardens, 431A Federal City Road, Hopewell Township, on the grounds of Mercer County Stables.
This year’s Expo will feature popular perennials, trees, and shrubs home-grown by Rutgers Master Gardeners, along with a garden market with select vendors. This year’s vendors are Steven Kristoph Nursery, Millstone Township; Shannon’s Nursery, Doylestown, Pa.; Byrne Farm Market, Wrightstown; and Chickadee Creek Farm, Pennington. Meet these select growers and purchase a wide variety of native plants, woody ornamentals, perennials, annuals, and herbs for your home landscape. Plan to arrive early for the best selection! Rutgers Master Gardeners will be on hand to help you choose the right plant for the right place, and Rutgers Extension horticulturist, Kathryn Homa, will be available to answer your gardening questions.
Go to www.mgofmc.org for a complete listing of vendors and other sale details.
The Rutgers Master Gardeners of Mercer County is a volunteer educational outreach program of Rutgers Cooperative Extension. Master Gardeners participate in many volunteer programs throughout the County. For home gardening, plant, turf, or insect questions, visit their website www.mgofmc.org. Visit the Helpline office at Rutgers Cooperative Extension of Mercer County, Monday through Thursday, 9am- 3pm, and Friday, 9am to 1pm, to speak with County horticulturist Kathryn Homa or a Rutgers Master Gardener volunteer. You can also call (609) 989-6853 or email AsktheMGs@mercercounty.org with questions.