Master Gardener

The Charles County program will be accepting applications until December 1. The cost of the training is $200. Please complete the UME Volunteer Application and send it to Julia Rycyna (jrycyna@umd.edu). If you have any questions contact Julia for more details.

We are volunteer representatives of the University of Maryland Extension who are trained to educate citizens about effective and sustainable horticulture practices that build healthy gardens, landscapes, and communities. Master Gardeners offer landscaping problem-solving through presentations, demonstration projects, partnerships with other organizations, and public outreach activities.

Our vision is to create a healthier world through environmental stewardship. We accomplish these goals across Charles County through a variety of projects and partnerships. 

To see what we are currently working on, please visit our About Page. 

If you or your organization in Charles County would like assistance with planting techniques, or design, or would like to request a gardening presentation, please complete this form.