Horticulture

Speakers Bureau Request

University of Illinois Extension Master Gardeners and Master Naturalists are available to provide educational presentations at your request. 

Our Speakers Bureau provides a variety of garden and nature-inspired topics, free of charge (except when noted for workshop materials). 

 

Ask a Gardening Question

Master Gardener Plant Detectives and Extension staff are armed and ready to "Help Others Learn to Grow."

Email: uiemg-peoria@illinois.edu
Or call one of our local offices to have staff send in your question for you.

Describe your question, location, and, if able, include photos of the plant or situation you are asking about.

Include your name, contact information, and if you prefer to be contacted by phone or email.

Allow 3 to 5 business days for volunteers to complete the research and response. 

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Speakers Bureau

Our Master Gardeners and Master Naturalists in the Speakers Bureau provides a variety of garden and nature-inspired topics for community organizations, groups, and classrooms. 
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