Resources

Donate your produce
Did you know? If you have extra produce, there are local food banks that will accept it. Throughout the growing season a group of Chinquapin gardeners collects donations for the Mother of Light Center in Alexandria. Watch for emails announcing collection dates.
Get gardening advice
If you need gardening tips, the Arlington County office of Virginia Cooperative Extension is a great resource and it's right nearby in Fairlington, although it currently is closed because of Covid-19 restrictions. Master Gardeners of Northern Virginia offers virtual workshops and tips, and has a help desk to answer questions and help with gardening problems.
Check out the extension's Alexandria/Arlington planting calendar, below.
Did you know? If you have extra produce, there are local food banks that will accept it. Throughout the growing season a group of Chinquapin gardeners collects donations for the Mother of Light Center in Alexandria. Watch for emails announcing collection dates.
Get gardening advice
If you need gardening tips, the Arlington County office of Virginia Cooperative Extension is a great resource and it's right nearby in Fairlington, although it currently is closed because of Covid-19 restrictions. Master Gardeners of Northern Virginia offers virtual workshops and tips, and has a help desk to answer questions and help with gardening problems.
Check out the extension's Alexandria/Arlington planting calendar, below.