Master Gardeners
Welcome to the Berkeley-Jefferson Extension Master Gardeners
The Master Gardener program is conducted by WVU Extension Service through the county extension offices. The program is designed to use the services of volunteers trained in home horticultural to share their knowledge with other county residents.
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Become a WVU Extension Master Gardener
The Berkeley-Jefferson Course Begins in January!
Program topics include botany, plant problem diagnosis, soils, ornamental plants, pest management, fruits, vegetables, and plant propagation. WVU Extension Service staff, Master Gardeners, and local area experts serve as class instructors.
We are now accepting applications for the 2024 Berkeley-Jefferson Extension Master Gardener course. The application deadline is November 15, 2024. The fee to cover costs for the Master Gardener Manual and badge is $100; payable upon an applicant's acceptance into the program. To learn more, view our Master Gardener Program Brochure.
To get a course application, or if you have questions, please call the Jefferson County Extension Office at 304-728-7413, or send an email inquiry to the Jefferson County Extension Office.
Who We Are
Officers & Key Organizers
President: Emily Walker
Vice President: Paul Elliott
Secretary: Sharon Coombes
Treasurer: Bill Conley
Continuing Education:
Garden Fest and Plant Sale: Paul Elliot, Kathy Huey
Intern Training:
Public Education:
Member Services and Retention: Audra Weisenberger
Judicial Center Rain Garden: Mary Palmer
Publicity: Marilyn White
Ranson Community Garden: Jean Marie King
State Representatives: Sharon Coombes - Berkeley County, Audra Weisenberger - Jefferson
County
Tomato Fest: Susan Belmont, Tina Hanigan