Kansas State University Extension Master Gardener Program

Kansas State University Extension Master Gardener Program is a volunteer-based educational initiative that combines horticultural expertise with community service. Through a comprehensive training program consisting of 40 to 50 hours of instruction in all aspects of horticulture, participants gain knowledge from Kansas State University specialists, local extension agents, and subject matter experts. Upon completion of training, volunteers commit to donating equivalent service hours through educational activities coordinated by their local county extension agent. The program operates statewide across Kansas, making professional horticultural education and extension services accessible to communities while building a network of dedicated volunteers committed to advancing gardening knowledge and sustainable plant practices.