Oregon State University Extension Service

Malheur County Master Gardener

The Oregon State University Extension Master Gardener™ program educates Oregonians about the art and science of growing and caring for plants. OSU Extension Master Gardeners are volunteer educators, neighbors, and on-the-ground researchers who serve their community with solid training in science-based, sustainable gardening and a love of lifelong learning.

Master Gardeners are

  • Reliable: our gardening advice and education is science-based.
  • Relevant: customized information for your area and gardening situation.
  • Reachable: Call us on the phone, email us a question, or visit with us at markets or gardens in your community.

We strive to create a community of growing and belonging. Learn more about the program through our statewide priorities and values.

Credit: Alyson Yates (Cropped from original)
Master gardeners tabling at an event
Credit: Elizabeth Records

Become a Master Gardener in Malheur County

Becoming a Master Gardener means participating in a 40-hour minimum university-level horticultural training, and in your first year, volunteering as a community gardening educator for a minimum of 40 hours. Training is usually a mix of hybrid on-line modules, in-person classroom and hands-on workshops, designed to be flexible for a range of different schedules. In subsequent years, Master Gardeners participate in continuing education and a minimum of 20 hours community volunteerism.

Connect with Malheur Master Gardener Faculty
Source URL: https://extension.oregonstate.edu/mg/malheur