Missouri Extension Master Gardener Program

The Missouri Extension Master Gardener Program, based in Columbia, Missouri, empowers gardeners throughout the state with in-depth horticultural training and research-based gardening knowledge. Through a comprehensive 30-hour core training course combined with community volunteer service requirements, the program cultivates knowledgeable gardeners who share their expertise with thousands of Missourians annually. With nearly 50 Master Gardener chapters organized across the state, the program provides critical horticultural education through multiple channels including hotlines, workshops, garden shows, and demonstration projects. The Missouri Extension Master Gardener Program demonstrates a commitment to sustainable gardening practices and environmental education, helping communities develop stronger connections to horticulture and landscape stewardship while promoting the University of Missouri Extension as a trusted source of unbiased, research-based gardening information.