About the Master Gardener Program

What is the Master Gardener Program?

Master Gardeners are a diverse group of people who share their knowledge and help others grow by providing volunteer leadership and service to their communities through various gardening activities. It is a program of The Ohio State University Extension. 

Our Mission - The Ohio State University Extension Master Gardener Program provides knowledge to and develops the leadership abilities of volunteers who, in turn, enable others to improve the quality of their lives by enhancing their home and community environments through horticultural education and activities.

Our Vision - The OSU Extension Master Gardener Program is a premier statewide network of volunteer education and leadership development; as well as a consumer horticulture education delivery system that maximizes human, material, and natural resources, and values teamwork and excellence in educational programming.

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Master Gardener Services & Activities

• Garden Hotline
• Demonstration and test gardens
• Volunteer booth at flower shows & fairs
• Horticultural therapy
• Educational programs for the public
• Advanced training programs for the Master Gardeners
• The Trumpet Vine newsletter - link to recent edition
• And, many more!

Advanced Training - open to master gardeners, continuing education

Programs and Committees:

The programs and committees of the Master Gardeners can be categorized as those programs that are open to the public and those that are only open to Master Gardeners for purposes of ongoing education and recognition.

How Do I Become A Master Gardener?

You must be accepted to the program, attend a training class and complete 50 hours of volunteer activity. Click for detailed information.