Harford ENR

Environment & Natural Resources in Harford County 

The University of Maryland Extension's Environment and Natural Resources (ENR) program delivers research-based education and technical assistance to help individuals, communities, and organizations conserve and responsibly manage Maryland's natural resources. UME Harford County offers a range of ENR programming, including home gardening, sustainable landscaping, environmental conservation, and the Master Gardener program. To learn more about these and other local county Extension programs, please contact our office.

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Harford County Master Gardener Program

About the Program

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. For more information, visit the UME's Master Gardener webpage or learn how to become a Master Gardener.

For more information about becoming a Master Gardener in Harford County, please contact Isabel Mooney at 410-638-3255 or by email imooney@umd.edu.

Become a Master Gardener

  • Do you like gardening and enjoy helping others?
  • Are you looking for a way to give back to your community?
  • Would you like to share education about pollinators and native plants?

For more information about becoming a Master Gardener in Harford County, please contact Isabel Mooney at 410-638-3255 or by email imooney@umd.edu.

Master Gardener Resources

Our Partnerships

Harford County Master Gardener program collaborates with many local partner organizations, including:

Anita Leight Estuary CenterBel Air Farmers Market
Brightview Senior Living CommunityEden Mill Nature Center
Harford County Public LibrariesHarford Family House
Harford Glen Environmental Education CenterHavre de Grace Farmers Market
Havre de Grace Heirloom Victory GardenLiriodendron Mansion
Ladew Topiary GardensMason Dixon Community Services

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Home Horticulture & Gardening

UMD Extension agents provide the community with science-based information on gardening, landscaping, integrated pest management, and sustainable landscape practices. 

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Aquaculture and Seafood Technology

UME educational programs that support sustainable aquaculture, seafood safety, ecosystem restoration, and Maryland's seafood industry. 

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Forestry and Natural Resources

The University of Maryland Extension ENR program offers resources on forest stewardship, wildlife habitat, conservation practices, renewable energy, and natural resource management. 

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Water and Climate

UME agents offer education on water quality, watershed protection, climate resilience, stormwater management, and the proper care of private wells and septic systems. 

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Extension ENR Resources

From flooding and forestry to watershed restoration and wildlife, UME has hundreds of ENR resources to discover. Find expert-curated tips to manage your lawn, plants, and food gardens, or get answers from our team of Maryland Certified Professional Horticulturists, Extension Faculty, and Master Gardeners. Explore all ENR resources.

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