MGV Class of 2023

Master Gardener Volunteer Class of 2023

MGV Ketcham Community Garden

MGVs at Ketcham Community Garden

Master Gardeners poising in front of some display gardens at the Suffolk County Farm.

Busy with clean up at the Suffolk County Farm display gardens.

herb garden at SCF

The Herb Garden at the Suffolk County Farm and Education Center

MGV at SPG Plant Sale

Annual Master Gardener Plant Sale Fundraiser

Children's Garden

Summer Camp in the Children's Garden

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Spring Gardening School

Children's Garden

Children's Garden Summer Camp - A lesson on weeds

Suffolk County Master Gardener Volunteers

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY

Master Gardener Volunteers are neighbors teaching neighbors about horticultural topics and environmentally sound gardening practices. Master Gardeners volunteer at public sites including Suffolk County Farm Herb and Children's Garden, The Northport VA facility, the Medford Train Station, the Vanderbilt estate and the Ketcham Inn to name a few. Master Gardeners  are active at community gardens in South Huntington, Brentwood, Northport, and Bellport.  Master Gardeners are also teaching children about gardening in Islip, Greenport, Riverhead, and Southold.

To become a Master Gardener Volunteer, one must successfully complete the training course, volunteer 125 hours within a 2-year period, and remain active by volunteering at least 30 hours each year after graduation.

Anyone who enjoys gardening, has a desire to share knowledge and skills, and who is willing to provide volunteer community service is encouraged to apply.

Master Gardener Volunteer Application

Master Gardener Annual Meeting held on 

January 11, 2023


Contact

Roxanne Zimmer
Community Horticulture Specialist
rz378@cornell.edu
631-727-7850 x 215

Last updated November 24, 2023