What is a Master Gardener?
Master Gardeners are volunteer representatives of the University of Maryland who are trained to educate citizens about effective and sustainable horticultural practices. Master Gardeners offer landscaping problem-solving through demonstration projects, partnerships with other organizations, and public outreach activities.
Training
Participants earn the title of Master Gardener by completing 40 hours of training by University of Maryland Extension professionals and 40 volunteer hours.
To apply for Master Gardener training, complete the Master Gardener Volunteer Application and mail it to the Maxine Yoon, MG Coordinator, University of Maryland Extension, 97 Dairy Lane, Gambrills, MD 21054. For more information about the program or to request an application form, please contact Maxine Yoon, Master Gardener Coordinator at 301 226-7475 or maxyoon@umd.edu.
University programs, activities, and facilities are available to all without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, age, national origin, political affiliation, physical or mental disability, religion, protected veteran status, genetic information, personal appearance, or any other legally protected class.
For more information visit the State Master Gardener website.