Texas Master Gardener to host training class

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For those interested in becoming a Texas Master Gardener, classes will be begin  Jan. 11, 2017. 

The Texas Master Gardener program is an educational activity offered by the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service.  This program is designed to increase the availability of horticultural information and extend horticultural projects throughout the community.  These goals are implemented through the training and employment of local volunteers known as Master Gardeners.

The Master Gardener program provides invaluable training and educational opportunities.  Professional and amateur horticulturalists, as well as people simply seeking up-to-date horticultural information can advance their gardening expertise, plus gain self-satisfaction. The Master Gardener program allows individuals to dedicate their time and talents to enhancing the quality of life for citizens of their community using the science and art of horticulture.

Objectives of the Master Gardener Program are to expand the capacity of Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service to distribute horticultural information to individuals and groups in the community, and to develop and enhance community programs related to horticulture.  Depending on community needs, these may be environmental improvement activities, horticulture therapy projects or community and school garden programs.

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