Take Your Love of Gardening to the Next Level – Become an Illinois Master Gardener!
Are you passionate about plants and eager to share that passion with your community? Join the Hybrid Master Gardener Training Program through University of Illinois Extension!
This flexible training format offers the best of both worlds:
🌱 Live, expert-led online sessions you can enjoy from home
🌿 In-person workshops at the Rock Island County Extension office in Milan
You’ll learn from University of Illinois horticulture experts while connecting with fellow garden enthusiasts, educators, and experienced Master Gardeners.
Training Details:
🗓 Tuesdays, September 9 – November 25 (no class the week of November 18)
💻 Weekly online modules + live Zoom sessions
📍 Two in-person sessions at the Milan Extension office
💲 Cost: $225 (includes a comprehensive horticulture textbook)
Ready to grow with us?
Complete the Master Gardener interest form to participate in the upcoming training.
💸 Scholarships Available: Two scholarships are available to cover the $225 fee. Apply for the Master Gardener Scholarship here