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A love of gardening, a search for knowledge and a desire to share that knowledge with others is central to why Master Gardeners join the program.

They remain Master Gardeners to enjoy the friendship of others who share their interests, to gain and share horticultural knowledge and to give back to the community through their volunteer commitment.


Louisiana Master Gardener™ Program
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The Louisiana Master Gardener™ program is a service and educational activity offered by the LSU AgCenter. The program is designed to recruit and train volunteers to help meet the educational needs of home gardeners while providing an enjoyable and worthwhile service experience for volunteers.

Junior Master Gardener Program
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Find out how you can implement a Junior Master Gardener program in Louisiana.

History
The Louisiana Master Gardener™ program was started in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, in 1994 as a means of extending the educational outreach of the LSU AgCenter, Louisiana Cooperative Extension Service.

Who are Louisiana Master Gardener™ Volunteers?
Anyone with a willingness to learn and desire to help others can become a Louisiana Master Gardener™. Volunteers should be interested in horticulture, willing to help people, outgoing, flexible, dependable, unbiased and open-minded. Previous volunteer work and good verbal skills are desirable.

Gardener's Gazette
Current Issue
Information on upcoming events, programs, workshops and classes for Louisiana Master Gardeners in Lafayette Parish and also for the general public that may be interested in becoming a Master Gardener.
2009 Annual Report
2009 Louisiana Master Gardener Extension Volunteer Program Annual Report
Listing by program, the number of contacts and volunteer hours contributed during 2009.
LMG10 Registration
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Registration for the Louisiana Master Gardener 2010 State Conference is open to Louisiana Master Gardeners and one guest through April 9, 2010.
Basic Gardening Series--Jan & Feb 2010
The Louisiana Master Gardeners’ 4-week Basic Gardening Series will be held at the Bluebonnet Regional Branch Library from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday evenings beginning January 21, 2010. The educational presentations provide research-based information targeted toward beginning and intermediate gardeners and homeowners. Mark your calendar and invite your friends and neighbors. All four programs are free and open to the public.
The Home Gardener -- Winter 2009
The Home Gardener Winter 2009
Quarterly home gardening newsletter produced by Louisiana Master Gardener Volunteers in East Baton Rouge Parish. Topics include Decorating a Christmas Tree, book review, plant quiz, gift ideas, Foxglove, Leafy Winter Greens recipes, Chives.
LMG2010 Conference Accomodations/Lodging
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Louisiana Master Gardener Conference 2010 Accomodations/Lodging
LMG 2010 Conference Schedule
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Louisiana Master Gardener State Conference Schedule, April 29-May 1, 2010
LMG2010 Regional Attractions
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North Central Louisiana and Northeast Louisiana attractions.
LMG2010 Conference Overview
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The annual state conference for the Louisiana Master Gardeners will be held in West Monroe from April 29-May 1, 2010, at the West Monroe Convention Center. The conference is open to all Louisiana Master Gardeners and their guests.
La-Terre Master Gardeners Calendar of Events
The following dates are important for La-Terre Master Gardeners.