Master Gardener Program
Who We Are
Master Gardener Volunteers support Penn State Extension's education programs in consumer horticulture. They develop their horticultural expertise through participation in educational training classes conducted by Penn State University faculty and Extension staff.
Master Gardener Program News
September 23, 2025
Penn State Master Gardeners Honor Flight 93 Heroes through Day of Service
Volunteers weeded, pruned, and prepared the memorial grounds in Somerset County to welcome families and visitors ahead of the 24th annual remembrance on September 11
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June 9, 2025
2024 Master Gardener Annual Report
The Penn State Extension Master Gardener volunteer program supports the outreach mission of Penn State Extension by utilizing unbiased research-based information to educate the public and our communities on best practices in sustainable horticulture and environmental stewardship.
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December 18, 2024
Not-So-Nice Native Plants
Native plants have many ecological benefits but some of them have poisonous properties. You may not want to invite these native plants into your yard.
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September 5, 2024
Invasive Autumn and Russian Olives
Ornamental olive trees, once frequently sought-after landscape plants, are now on Pennsylvania's invasive plant list.
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