TO:  Persons interested in taking the Master Gardener Class

FROM:  Linda Whitlock, Consumer Horticulture and Master Gardener Program Coordinator   

SUBJECT:  Introduction to the Master Gardener Class

Thank you for inquiring about this exciting horticultural program.  Please read the Registration Instructions sheet very carefully.  Registration deadline is February 1, 2008 or until the class is filled.  This class tends to fill quickly, so don’t delay sending in your registration.

You will be contacted confirming your registration in the class after it has been processed.  You will then need to come to the MSU Extension office to pick up your curriculum and materials packet no later than February 1.  There is an assignment to be completed prior to the first class.

 It is extremely important to attend all classes.  After your have completed the course, students are required to complete 40 hours of volunteer service within one calendar year after the last class meeting to obtain certification as a Master Gardener.

 After you have registered and paid for your class, if you need to cancel for any reason, you may do so until Friday, February 1 to receive a full refund.  No refunds will be available after that date.

 Thank you for your interest in this exciting program!

 Master Gardener Class Curriculum

The curriculum will include the following chapters:      

Houseplants     Plant Health Care     Diagnostics     Lawn Care
Composting      Vegetables       Soils         Water Quality
Woody Ornamentals   Flower Gardening     Plant Science    
Home Invading Pests/Wildlife Mgmt.    Small Fruit/ Tree Fruit  
Registration Materials in Adobe .pdf format

December, 2007