Horticulture in Madison County

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Gardening and horticulture

UI Extension, Madison County offers a variety of resources and programs to help you better understand horticulture and gardening issues. The Idaho Master Gardener Program trains citizens to share their gardening knowledge through community outreach. Madison County citizens are welcome to join the Upper Valley Idaho Master Gardener program coordinated by UI Extension, Fremont County.

Master gardener program

Each year, hundreds of master gardeners share their gardening knowledge as they serve their communities and the environment. UI Extension, Madison County offers the Idaho Master Gardener course every other year.

What master gardeners do

Answer horticulture questions (by telephone and in person at the UI Extension office)
Promote environmental responsibility
Bring the joy of gardening to all ages
Teach classes for large groups: civic organizations, church groups, garden clubs, schools and others

Becoming an Idaho Master Gardener

If you are interested in being certified as an Idaho Master Gardener, contact the UI Extension, Fremont County office at fremont@uidaho.edu or 208-624-3102 for an application.

Volunteers are required to complete 40-50 hours of instruction and 30-50 hours of volunteer service.