Great Tomato Contest
Ashley Burnett
Make plans to enter your home grown tomatoes in our Annual Great Tomato Contest on July 18, 2026.
Gardening in the Mid-South: June 2026
Ashley Burnett
Welcome to Gardening in the Mid-South, a monthly newsletter published by the Memphis Area Master Gardeners. Here, you will find reliable gardening information for the Memphis area focusing on home gardening information, monthly tips and tasks, local events, and more.
Have You Considered Becoming a Master Gardener?
Ashley Burnett
Applications open until July 1.
Tennessee Extension Master Gardener Program
Dr. Chris Cooper
Apply for the 2027 Tennessee Extension Master Gardener Program. Learn, volunteer, and share horticulture knowledge with the Memphis Area Master Gardeners.
Hydrangeas: Types and Care
Tatyana Jankov
Hydrangeas: types and care Book source: Success With Hydrangeas – Lorraine Ballato Common Hydrangea Species Hydrangea macrophylla – Big leaf, Hortensia, Mophead, French, Lacecap Hydrangea
How’s Your Back?
Tom Rieman
Discover how no-dig gardening can improve soil health, reduce maintenance, and help prevent back strain while creating a healthier, more productive garden.
June 2026 Gardening Activities
Tom Rieman
June 2026 Gardening Activities Plant Divide and replant bearded iris. Tomatoes late this month for the fall harvest. Choose and plant daylilies when in
Meet the New Master Gardener Coordinator Jessica Maestas
Jessica Maestas
Memphis Area Master Gardeners welcomes Jessica Maestas as the new Master Gardener Coordinator, supporting horticulture education, outreach, and volunteer engagement.
Gardening in the Mid-South: May 2026
Ashley Burnett
Welcome to Gardening in the Mid-South, a monthly newsletter published by the Memphis Area Master Gardeners. Here, you will find reliable gardening information for the Memphis area focusing on home gardening information, monthly tips and tasks, local events, and more.
Interested in Starting a Community Garden?
Dr. Chris Cooper
Learn how to start a community garden with tips on planning, site selection, soil, and leadership to grow fresh food and build community.
Orchids and the City
Ashley Rae Burnett
Explore Mr. Flower Fantastic’s Concrete Jungle at the 2026 NYBG Orchid Show, featuring New York–inspired floral installations.
May 2026 Gardening Activities
Tom Rieman
Discover essential gardening activities for this month, including planting, pruning, lawn care, and seasonal tasks to keep your garden thriving.
A Humble Gardener’s Unconventional Journey to HGTV Magazine
Elisa Marus
Read how a Memphis garden was featured in HGTV Magazine, from early gardening struggles to recognition and years of dedication.
Name This Child
Tom Rieman
Learn why correctly naming plants matters. Improve plant identification, avoid weeds, and make better gardening decisions in your landscape.
A Shade Gardener’s Best Friend – Hosta!
Cheryl Lockhart
Discover why hostas thrive in shade gardens. Learn how to grow, divide, and care for hostas in the Mid-South for lush, low-maintenance landscapes.
Ask A Master Gardener
For the best, regionally specific advice you can get about gardening, speak to a Master Gardener. You may call the Horticulture Hotline or visit one of our ‘Ask A Master Gardener’ clinics held throughout the year at festivals, markets, and workshops.
Playing Plant Detective
August 3, 2026
‘Limelight’ Hydrangeas Shine in the Summer Landscape
July 1, 2026
Tennessee Extension Master Gardener Program
June 1, 2026
Interested in Starting a Community Garden?
May 1, 2026
Spring Means Plant Sales Here in the Mid-South
March 31, 2026