Baltimore County Master Gardeners

Hello, Baltimore County! 

The mission of the Baltimore County Master Gardeners is to educate Maryland residents about safe, effective, sustainable horticultural practices that build healthy gardens, landscapes, and communities. 

If you are interested in becoming a Master Gardener, applications are being accepted NOW for the next training class. Information is on this webpage and the deadline to apply is October 1, 2026. 

If you have any questions about the Master Gardener program in Baltimore County, please 410-887-8090 or email Alexia Leeser - aleeser@umd.edu. 

Garden Seminars

Dates, Topics & Registration

Master Gardener seminars are held on Saturdays from 10 am to 11 am in the Demonstration Gardens. 

The gardens are located on the property of the Maryland Center for Agriculture and Farm Park, 1114 Shawan Road, Cockeysville, Maryland 21030. There is no charge to attend, but please register! 

Garden Seminar Registration

Please note: The garden is a short walk up on grassy hill. If you need an reasonable accommodation to participate in any of our programs, please call the office at 410-887-8090.

 

August 15, 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Monarchs Making Their Way

 

August 22, 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Yes, You Can Grow it and Eat it

 

August 29, 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Autumn Plants and Their Pollinators

 

August 29, 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Lawn Alternatives: Plant Inspirations

 

Demonstration Gardens

Baltimore County Master Gardeners

 

The Demonstration Gardens of the Baltimore County Master Gardeners are located on the grounds of the Center for Maryland Agriculture and Farm Park, 1114 Shawan Road, Cockeysville, Maryland 21030.

Open sunup to sundown, and admission is free! Take some time out of your busy life to visit this amazing space. Any questions about the gardens, please call 410-887-8090.

Demo Garden Map

Master Gardener Training

  • three people tending to leafy greens inside a greenhouse, with one person holding a bundle of kale.

    FAQ's

    FAQ's

    Important Information 

  • Master Gardener at work

    APPLICATION

    APPLICATION

    Apply by October 1, 2026. 

  • Master Gardeners at the Maryland State Fair

    VIDEO

    VIDEO

    Recording of Info Meeting. 

Helping the Community

Garden Publications

Bay-Wise Program

Every Marylander lives within a watershed and has a role to play in caring for the land, water, air, wildlife, and each other. Every action we take, every small positive change we make to improve water quality, soil health, and habitat counts in a big way.

Any questions about the Bay-Wise program in Baltimore County, please email: bcmgbaywise@gmail.com or call the UMD Extension office at 410-887-8090.

Speakers' Bureau

Baltimore County Master Gardeners are available to speak on a variety of topics to your garden club, church, business, or community organization. The suggested honorarium is $125.00.  If you would like to request a speaker, please email Kim Nelson at  BCMGSpeakers@gmail.com or call the office at 410-887-8090. 

Videos

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