About Us
Mission: Frederick County Master Gardeners (FCMGs) educate area residents about safe, effective practices that build healthy gardens, landscapes and communities. We are volunteers trained by the University of Maryland Extension, and we are required to complete at least 10 hours of continuing education each year as part of our requirements.
Our educational services and programs are free, although some programs may require a fee. We offer seminars and workshops, answer gardening questions, and inform county residents through community outreach.
We focus on the following program areas: providing assistance in starting and sustaining food gardens (including our large demonstration garden, open to the public); promoting awareness of garden practices that protect water quality and safeguard pollinators (including certification of yards as Bay-Wise and Pollinator-Friendly); engaging and educating young people through schools and youth groups; offering therapeutic gardening activities to promote the wellness and mindfulness qualities of plants and gardening; and supporting residents in growing and enjoying ornamental plants. We invite you to learn from our demonstration gardens located around the University of MD Extension building, 330 Montevue Lane, Frederick.
Coordinator: The FCMG Coordinator works with FCMG volunteers to answer questions from county residents about home gardening and household pest issues. They also serves as the Frederick County Extension Home Horticulture Educator.
Become a Master Gardener: To become a Frederick County Master Gardener volunteer educator, you must complete in-person training classes, which generally extend over three months.
If you are interested in applying for the Class of 2025, please email Kim Krasauskis at kkrasaus@umd.edu. You will be informed when enrollment opens and will be sent an application package. Class limit is 25. First come, first served.
Both experienced and inexperienced gardeners are welcome to apply. The unique Master Gardener training utilizes and includes state videos and modules. We also will have hands-on lessons, projects for you to do, and additional requirements to complete by the end of the calendar year.
Contact Us:
330 Montevue Lane
Frederick, MD 21702
301-600-1594 or kkrasaus@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.