The Master Gardener program is a volunteer service training program whereby adults are given advanced training in horticulture in exchange for volunteer service to the community.

Mission

The mission of the Master Gardener Program is to provide current, research-based, home horticulture information and education to the citizens of Iowa through ISU Extension programs and projects. Through their participation in educational activities, Master Gardeners also increase their own personal knowledge in horticulture. 

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The intern class schedule is finalized.  Check here for the topics of the Tuesday night classes at the Polk County Extension office from 6:15 to 9:30.

The Winter Programs have been selected.  Click here for topics and speakers of the 3rd Thursday evening classes in January, February, March, and April.  The 2010 programs are geared specifically for Polk County Master Gardeners *************************************************************************

Volunteer and Education Hour Reporting

Please go to  http://mastergardenerhours.hort.iastate.edu/   and register to report your hours thru the state system, effecitve December 15, 2009  Thank you for remembering to report your volunteer and education hours promptly.  It's important to show how much we give the community each year.

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Polk County Master Gardener Steering Committee

The Extension Master Gardener program is a volunteer program organized and supported by the Polk County Extension District Council. 

Extension volunteer programs are run by the volunteers themselves with subject matter and organizational guidance from ISU Extension and support provided by District staff, Mary Farlow and Virginia Hunnell.

Decisions regarding the program are made jointly between the Extension District and a representative body of the Certified Master Gardeners.

The 2010 Master Gardener Steering Committee

Other good links

• Iowa State Horticulture Society                                          
• Acreage Living