Baltimore County Environment & Natural Resources

Master Gardeners are volunteer representatives of the University of Maryland who are trained to educate citizens about effective and sustainable horticultural practices. Master Gardeners offer landscaping problem-solving through demonstration projects, partnerships with other organizations, and public outreach activities. For more information, visit the UME's Master Gardener webpage.

Every Marylander lives in a watershed and has a role in caring for the land, water, air, wildlife, and each other. Every action we take, every small positive change we make to improve water quality, soil health, and habitat counts in a big way.

• Baltimore County Bay-Wise Brochure
• Maryland Living Landscapes: A Checklist of Landscape Practices for Healthy Maryland Watersheds

If you have any questions about the Baltimore County Bay-Wise program, please email bcmgbaywise@gmail.com or call our Extension office at 410-887-8090.

Master Gardener seminars are held on Saturdays from 10 am to 11 am in the Demonstration Gardens. 

There is no charge to attend, but please register! 

Garden Seminar Registration

Upcoming 2026 Seminars:

• September 26, 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. |  Beautiful, Bountiful and Beneficial Herbs for any Backyard

• October 3, 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. | Gardens for Sun & Shade. Using Native Plants Part 2

Location: The gardens are located on the Maryland Center for Agriculture and Farm Park property at 1114 Shawan Road, Cockeysville, Maryland 21030. 

Please note: The garden is a short walk up a grassy hill. If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in any of our programs, please call the office at 410-887-8090.

The Demonstration Gardens of the Baltimore County Master Gardeners are located on the grounds of the Center for Maryland Agriculture and Farm Park, 1114 Shawan Road, Cockeysville, Maryland 21030.

The gardens are open from sunup to sundown, and admission is free! Take some time out of your busy life to visit this amazing public space. If you have questions about the gardens, please call 410-887-8090.

Demonstration Garden Map

Baltimore County Master Gardeners are available to speak on a variety of topics for garden clubs, churches, businesses, or community organizations. 

• Speakers Bureau Brochure
• List of Topics

The suggested honorarium is $125.00.  To request a speaker, email Kim Nelson at BCMGSpeakers@gmail.com or call the office at 410-887-8090. 

• Here to Help You Grow (Fall 2026)
• Sign up for the BCMG Newsletter
• Here to HelpBaltimore County Master Gardener Newsletter Archive
• Master Gardener NewslettGardening Articles
   

UME Baltimore County YouTube Channel

Check Out our Latest Videos:

• Collecting Seeds
• Lawn Alternatives
• Introduction to Composting

University of Maryland Extension Resources

• Ask an Extension Agent
• Home & Garden Information Center (HGIC) 
• Master Gardener Program
• UME Gardening Resources

Aquaculture and Seafood Technology

UME educational programs that support sustainable aquaculture, seafood safety, ecosystem restoration, and Maryland's seafood industry. 

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Forestry and Natural Resources

The University of Maryland Extension ENR program offers resources on forest stewardship, wildlife habitat, conservation practices, renewable energy, and natural resource management. 

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Home Horticulture & Master Gardener Program

UMD Extension agents provide the community with science-based information on gardening, landscaping, integrated pest management, and sustainable landscape practices. 

• Ask an Extension Agent
• Home & Garden Information Center (HGIC) 
• Master Gardener Program
• UME Gardening Resources

Water and Climate

UME agents offer education on water quality, watershed protection, climate resilience, stormwater management, and the proper care of private wells and septic systems. 

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