Is the Master Gardener Program right for me?
To help you decide if you should apply to be a Master Gardener, ask yourself these questions:
- Do I want to learn more about the culture and maintenance of many types of plants?
- Am I eager to participate in a practical and intense training program?
- Do I look forward to sharing my knowledge with people in my community?
- Do I have enough time to attend training and to complete the volunteer service?
If you answered YES to these questions, the Master Gardener program could be for you.
The program offers a minimum of 50 hours of instruction that covers topics including lawn care, ornamental trees and shrubs, insect, disease, and weed management; soils and plant nutrition, vegetable gardening; home fruit production; garden flowers; and water conservation.
LGMG Training Program
Lake Granbury Master Gardeners conducts training every two years (the program will be offered in 2027 next) as a part of a tri-county effort (Hood, Johnson & Summerville counties). To become a certified Master Gardener the following qualifications must be met:
50 hours of training completed (full-day classes once a week for 10 weeks, locations equally split between all 3 counties)
$220 Training Fee
Have the ability to drive to neighboring counties for classes.
50 hours of volunteer service (to be completed in less than a year after training is completed)
Hood, Johnson and Somervell counties are currently collaborating on the best dates for the 2027 Master Gardener class. If you would like to be put on the list to be notified when the dates are set and the application process is open, please call the Hood County Extension office at 817-579-3280.
Join a vibrant group of gardeners with a passion for plants, education and the Hood County community!
Participants become certified Master Gardeners after they have completed the training course and fulfilled their volunteer commitment.