Purdue Extension Master Gardener Program

08/21/2026

If you walked out to the garden or on the farm only to find your hard work submerged under murky water, my heart goes out to you. As a fellow gardener who has been anxiously watching the skies and the rain gauge, I know how much time and energy was poured into caring for those rows. To see plants fl

08/20/2026

Learn what it takes to build a sustainable garden in your community with Purdue Extension's Grass To Garden Virtual Course!
Wednesdays, October 7, 14, 21, and 28 from 6-8 pm ET.
The $50 course fee includes:
- Four live virtual sessions
- Asynchronous education & activities
- Participant manual & online resource library
- Support from experienced educators

Register at https://cvent.me/DAMMMg

08/20/2026

It's $2 day at the state fair and it is a happening place! Amy, Sean and Angela greeted many patrons! 🪴

08/20/2026

Another thing Master Gardeners do is man the master gardener booth at the State Fair. We get to talk plants and pests and answer questions and my favorite part is because we're working we get in free. When the shift is over we can wander around and eat unhealthy food! Different counties have different days.

08/10/2026

07/31/2026

Congratulations and thanks for all you do!

07/29/2026

🌱 Seats are still available—apply by Friday!

The Purdue Extension Master Gardener Intern Basic Training course begins August 6. This 16-week, in-person course is designed for gardening enthusiasts interested in expanding their knowledge and volunteering to support home horticulture education in Indiana communities.

📅 August 6–November 19
🕕 Thursdays from 6–9 p.m.
📍 Tippecanoe County Extension Office
1950 S. 18th Street, Lafayette

Topics include soils and plant nutrition, fruit and vegetable gardening, ornamental plants, w**d and insect control, plant disease diagnosis, invasive species, lawn care, pesticide safety and more.

To apply, complete the EMG-1 volunteer application and email it to Jon Charlesworth at [email protected] by Friday, July 31.https://extension.purdue.edu/county/tippecanoe/_docs/master_gardeners/emg-1-volunteer-application-and-agreement.pdf

Questions? Contact Jon at 765-761-8488 or [email protected].
Don’t wait. Classes begin next week!

07/28/2026

07/27/2026

Now accepting applications! Do you love gardening and want to give back to the community? Become a Purdue Extension Master Gardener and turn your passion into a purpose!
Classes start Thursday, August 6 and continue every Thursday from 6-9 PM through November 19.
Call the Tippecanoe County Extension at 765-474-0793 or 765-761-8488.

07/13/2026

New to the garden game or experienced and looking for more information? Become an Extension Master Gardener!
Click the link to learn more about the class and recieve an application! https://purdue.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_cVmIktIUbID5BtQ

Discounted price of $285 for two individuals in same household sharing resources and $40 Scholarships available. Contact our office to learn more!