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The UConn Extension Master Gardener Program is an educational outreach initiative that empowers individuals with horticultural knowledge and fosters community engagement. With the UConn Extension Master Gardener program you can take a class, become a Certified Master Gardener, and get answers you can trust to your horticultural questions.

Start a Vegetable Garden

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Start a Garden

Learn how to grow your own vegetable garden.

Learn on Demand

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Learn on Demand

Watch select videos at your own pace.

CMGA

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CMG Association

The Connecticut Master Gardener Association is the alumni group for UConn Master Gardeners.

UConn Today

Pollinator Gardener

Gift Helps UConn Master Gardeners Support Foodshare

An anonymous donor's gift will help volunteers provide healthy food to needy families

Support Foodshare article

Extension News

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Cleanup at Sherwood Island State Park

Sherwood Island article

Extension News

Foodshare Garden

UConn Master Gardners Signature Projects on the CT Coastline

CT Coastline article


Recent News & Information

  • Applications Open for UConn’s 2026 Master Gardener Program
    UConn Extension is now accepting applications for its 2026 Master Gardener Program, a comprehensive educational initiative that combines horticultural training with community service. Applications must be submitted by Friday, October 17, 2025, to the location where applicants wish to take classes—either a county Extension Center or the Bartlett Arboretum. The Litchfield County cohort offers a flexible […]
    Posted on August 21, 2025
  • Coming Soon: 2026 Class Applications
    Interested in our 2026 Master Gardener certification program? The applications will be available the third week in August. In the meantime, explore our Fundamentals of Home Gardening online courses at http://s.uconn.edu/store.
    Posted on July 10, 2025
  • Your Support Matters: UConn Gives 2025
    As a valued member of our community, we are reaching out to invite you to support the UConn Extension Master Gardener Program during UConn Gives, our university’s annual giving event. Give Now Why Your Support Matters Expand Educational Outreach: Develop and deliver more workshops, classes, and resources to gardeners of all skill levels. Enhance Community Projects: Support […]
    Posted on April 20, 2025