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Master Gardener Program | Iowa State University Extension and Outreach

609 Pollock Boulevard, Bedford, IA 50833

Eligibility

Open to anyone

Required documents

None

(800) 262-3804
Voice·

Main Phone

Application process

Contact your local Extension Office

Fees

Varies by service, call for more information

Service area

IA

Offers a course on becoming a master gardener. Program is centered around research-based horticulture and gardening knowledge and practices to educate people and coordinate projects that promote healthy communities. Register for the core course as a Pro-Hort trainee if you are not interested in volunteering.

Master Gardener Program is looking for volunteers who can make a commitment to the program – 40 volunteer hours and 40 education hours in the first two years. Then 20 volunteer hours and 10 education hours after the Master Gardener training.
Date of Last Formal Update

04/01/2026

Data provided by

United Way of the Midlands

Providing organization

Iowa State University Extension and Outreach

Connects Iowans to the resources of Iowa State University.