Master Gardener
Cultivating Communities and the Environment Since 1978
For nearly 50 years, the UConn Extension Master Gardener Program has empowered environmentally conscious volunteers across the state with top-tier horticulture and gardening expertise. This intensive nine-month program, led by Extension educators and specialists, provides more than 100 hours of horticulture instruction and 60 hours of hands-on, supervised training in community outreach.
Become a Master Gardener
As Master Gardener (MG) interns, participants collaborate with experienced MG mentors in local Extension offices. Together, they tackle gardening questions, diagnose plant issues, and develop sustainable solutions.
In Fairfield County alone, Master Gardeners dedicate thousands of volunteer hours annually, both in the office and in the field, to impactful gardening and environmental projects that benefit our communities.
Sample projects include:
Join the movement to nurture healthier gardens, communities, and ecosystems.
How to Become a Master Gardener
Ready to dig into your passion for gardening and make a difference in your community? Applications for the prestigious Master Gardener Program typically open in August for the upcoming year. Don’t miss your chance to join this rewarding journey! Visit our website to explore the program and learn how to apply.
Calling All Gardening Enthusiasts!
Don’t have time to take an entire program? Our two-hour sessions are open to the public and cover various fascinating topics. These dynamic two-hour sessions are designed to inspire and educate, whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just getting started.
Discover new techniques, deepen your knowledge, and connect with fellow plant lovers. Click below to browse our class catalog and secure your spot today!
Fairfield County Program Coordinator
Sandra Wilson
(203) 207-3261
sandra.wilson@uconn.edu
Gardening Questions?
Click below to submit gardening questions, or visit us with your garden problems.
UConn FCAEC Extension Center
67 Stony Hill Road
Bethel, CT
Or, call us: (203) 207-3262
The Fairfield County Demonstration Gardens’ (FCDG) mission is to serve as an educational tool and a showcase for vegetable, fruit, and herb plantings, generate interest in potential gardeners, and support and educate existing gardeners.