About Us - Washington County Master Gardener Association

Know.

WCMGA volunteers are trained in the art and science of gardening through the Master Gardener Program of the OSU Extension. We offer home gardeners in Washington County gardening know-how that is reliable, relevant and accessible.

Show.

WCMGA volunteers host gardening presentations, classes and workshops, answer gardening questions by phone, email, and in-person at county events, provide speakers on gardening topics, and maintain two inspiring demonstration gardens where Washington County gardeners can experience the gardens while learning about the plants.

Grow.

Healthy, resilient gardens and landscapes grow where science-based gardening knowledge meets gardeners who love learning. WCMGA volunteers make the introductions.

History.

The Master Gardener program started in 1973 at Washington State University with the realization that the audience for urban horticulture (i.e.home garden) advice was much larger than could be addressed by the agriculture specialists at the university. The program quickly spread through other land grant universities. The Oregon Master Gardener Association started in 1976.

In cooperation with the OSU Extension Service, the Washington County Master Gardener Association (WCMGA) provides relevant, research-based education and outreach to the public about horticulture and household pests. This information promotes sustainable practices that minimize risks to human health and the environment. The Washington County Master Gardener Association (WCMGA) sponsors a wide variety of gardening–related demonstrations, lectures, seminars and workshops in various Washington County Oregon locations. Most of our events are free and open to the public. The WCMGA is a 501c3 non-profit supported by hundreds of volunteers, who work to educate the public about sustainable, affordable gardening.

Oregon State University Extension Service offers educational programs, activities, and materials without discrimination based on age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran’s status. Oregon State University Extension Service is an Equal Opportunity Employer.