Master Gardeners

The Ohio State University Extension Master Gardener Program is a volunteer educational program designed to meet the horticultural needs of citizens of Ohio.  Its purpose is to train volunteers and utilize their expertise to teach people more about plants, their culture and their importance to the environment and to our quality of life.  Master Gardener volunteers provide technical assistance to their county Extension Office in order that consumer horticulture activities and programs can be more effectively and efficiently carried out.  Master Gardener trainees receive formal training covering a wide range of pertinent horticultural topics.  To become a Master Gardener, the trainee must complete the training program, pass the required exams and volunteer 50 hours to Extension.

How do I know if I would make a good Master Gardener?

You could be a Master Gardener if:

• You want to learn more about plants and gardening.

• You are eager to participate in practical and intensive training program.

• You enjoy sharing your knowledge with others.

• You have the time to attend training and serve your community as a volunteer educator.

2008 Master Gardener Meeting Dates

Meetings begin at 7:00 p.m. on the 2nd Tueday of these months:  March, May, July, September, November.

When is Master Gardener training in Belmont County?

2008 Tentative Training Dates

Tuesdays from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on the following dates: February 12, 19, 26, March 4, 11, 18, 25 and April 1.  If you are interested in taking the training please call 740-695-1455 and we will send you the training and registration materials.