PennState Extension Philadelphia Master Gardeners volunteer in all neighborhoods on a range of gardening and environmental projects and programs. We specialize in edible gardens, pollinator habitats, soil health, indoor plants, integrated pest management, youth gardens and more.
MG class of 2017-18 celebrating their graduation January 2019
Who are Master Gardeners?
The Philadelphia Master Gardener volunteer program supports the outreach mission of PennState Extension by utilizing unbiased research-based information to educate the public and our communities on best practices in sustainable horticulture and environmental stewardship.
After completing training, Master Gardeners help Extension serve the gardening public by answering questions, speaking to groups, writing gardening articles, working with youth, gardening in the demonstration gardens, participating in a range of citizen science research programs, and in many other ways.
If you would like to request a Philadelphia Master Gardener to speak at an event or need horticultural help, email PhiladelphiaMG@psu.edu.
In the Community
Master Gardeners are a common sight across Philadelphia! They volunteer their time at community gardens, parks, clean-ups, tree plantings, and public events. Here is just a sampling of some of the work Master Gardeners do:
- Fairmount Park Demonstration Gardens
- Speakers Bureau
- Horticulture Hotline
- Awbury Pollinator Garden
- Food Forest (in collaboration with the Philadelphia Orchard Project)
- South Philadelphia Older Adults Center
- Seed to Supper gardening course
Interested in Becoming a Philadelphia Master Gardener?
The next Master Gardener training will be held in 2025. For more information, check out How to Become a Master Gardener in Philadelphia County.
