How do I become a Purdue Master Gardener?

• Determine the location of a Master Gardener Training Session in your area by contacting your county Extension office. You may also contact the Master Gardener State Coordinator to find out where the program nearest to you will be held.
• You will complete an application form and/or enrollment form and return it to the local county Extension Office. Enrollment is limited.
• After being accepted into a training session, you must attend a series of weekly classes, each lasting 3 to 4 hours.
• Achieve rank of Master Gardener Intern by completing required training and passing exam with 70% success.
• MG Interns are required to volunteer a minimum of 35 hours to be certified as a Purdue Master Gardener.

Purdue Master Gardeners and the staff of Purdue University Cooperative Extension Service are partners in meeting the vast demand for home gardening information. We hope you will make a commitment to join us in helping others grow.

For more detailed information about the Purdue Master Gardener Program, please review Purdue Extension Publication HO-184 (PDF 440K) - Revised 9/08.