If you are interested in becoming an OSU Master Gardener or want to know what it is, please see the information below.

Back to the top

General horticulture information can be found at the OSU South Centers at Piketon Website:  www.southcenters.osu.edu

Back to the top

What is the Master Gardener Program?
 
The Master Gardener Program provides intensive training in horticulture to interested gardeners who then volunteer their time assisting with educational programs and activities for Ohio residents through their local Ohio State University Extension county office.
 
Working with county Extension personnel, Master Gardeners provide such educational services to their communities as: answering gardening questions from the public; conducting plant clinics; gardening activities with children, senior citizens, or disabled persons; beautifying the community; developing community or demonstration gardens; and other horticultural activities.
 
How do I know if I'd make a good Master Gardener?
 
You could qualify to be an Ohio Master Gardener if:
 
• You want to learn more about plants and gardening.
 
• You are eager to participate in a 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.
 
When is Master Gardener training conducted?
 
The third Lawrence County  OSU Master Gardener training will begin Tuesday, February 27, 2007. The training will be from 6:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. every Tuesday until April 24 at the OSU Lawrence County Extension Office located in the Lawrence County Courthouse. Contact the office by Fe. 13 to register.
 
Is there a fee for Master Gardener training?
 
Yes, there is a $75 fee for Master Gardener training.  The fee covers the cost of training materials and other expenses the county may incur to conduct training and to help support educational activities.  The volunteer will also need to have a BCCI (criminal background check) conducted which costs $20 (cash) at the Lawrence County Educational Service Center (hours 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.). If you do NOT plan to serve as a volunteer, the cost of the course is $150. If both you and your spouse want to attend the cost is $75 for the first person and $50 for the second, but only if you plan to volunteer, otherwise it is $150 each.
 
So, join us to discover gardening from a whole new aspect!

Back to the top

• Horticulture and Crop Science in Virtual Perspective   
• Ohio State University Extension Master Gardener 
• Horticulture and Crop Science Factsheet Database Search 
• Horticulture, Vegetables, Fruits and Gardening - Farming the Net 
• Buckeye Yard & Garden Almanac and Newsletters 
• Ohio Floriculture Online 
• Commercial Landscape & Nursery Production  
• The Ohio Grape Web 

• Ohio Integrated Pest Management 
• C.O.R.N  Crop Observation and Recommendation Network 
• Pesticide Education Programs, The Ohio State University 
• Integrated Pest Management Links - Farming the Net 

VegNet