Become an Extension Master Gardener

The Mission of the Univeristy of Maryland Extension Master Gardener Program is to educate Maryland residents about safe, effective, and sustainable horticultural practices that build healthy gardens, landscapes, and communities.

BECOME A MARYLAND EXTENSION MASTER GARDENER

The Maryland Master Gardener Program is designed to train participants as volunteer horticultural educators to help Maryland residents.

Participants receive 50 hours of basic training from University faculty staff and Master Gardeners, and then must complete 40 hours of required volunteer service during the first year.

 2020 Spring Master Gardener Basic Training Begins

Dates: Monday, March 2, 2020 and every Monday and Wednesday until May 6

Time:  6:00 pm - 9:00 pm every Monday and Wednesday

Place:  TBD

Cost:  $350 for Prince George's County residents

          $450 for non-county residents

Interested - Please contact:  Esther Mitchell or fill out the attached application below and mail to: University of Maryland Extension, Master Gardener Program, 6707 Groveton Drive, Clinton, MD  20748.  Applications should be received by February 14th to guarantee a space in the Spring 2020 Class. For more information, contact estherm@umd.edu or 301-868-8781 .

If you're interested in learning more about the Maryland Master Gardener program check out the web site: Maryland Master Gardeners 

If you are a resident of Prince George's County and you need assistance in identifying a plant problem or insect problem in your yard or home, you can contact the University of Maryland Extension (Clinton Office) Monday - Friday from 8:00am - 4:30pm.  Our phone number is 301-868-8781. 

The University of Maryland Extention office is located at 6707 Groveton Drive, Clinton, MD 20735.   

University of Maryland Extension  Home and Garden Information Center has one of the best places to get information on gardening chores for your yard.