Iowa County Master Gardeners

Iowa County Master Gardeners See what the Iowa County Master Gardeners are all about.

The mission of the Master Gardener Program is to provide current, research-based, home horticulture information and education to the citizens of Iowa through Iowa State University Extension programs and projects

It was a great day yesterday at Lake Iowa Outdoor Adventures except for a short cloudburst of hail. So much fun was had ...
06/14/2026

It was a great day yesterday at Lake Iowa Outdoor Adventures except for a short cloudburst of hail. So much fun was had netting pollinators!

06/08/2026

Every garden has w**ds, and managing these unwanted plants is an ongoing task in any landscape.

Because w**ds compete strongly for water, nutrients, and sunlight, effective control is essential. W**d management must be addressed throughout the entire growing season, and strategies will vary depending on the type of w**d and its location in the garden or landscape.

To help address specific problems, use our resource guides on managing the particular w**ds you may be dealing with: https://go.iastate.edu/H6PNKT

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05/07/2026

Join us on Saturday, May 16, at 10:00 am at the North English Library for this fun spring hands-on experience.

05/03/2026

Wow! What a day we had Saturday. Thank you to all that came and supported our annual plant sale. Your continued support helps us do many things in Iowa county.
Until next year follow us here for events we offer thru out the year and KEEP ON GROWING !

YOUR IOWA COUNTY MASTER GARDENERS

FREE! Looking for day lilies or iris for your garden? Many, many plants are for the taking at Gateway Park by the big o...
05/02/2026

FREE! Looking for day lilies or iris for your garden? Many, many plants are for the taking at Gateway Park by the big overhead doors. Take as many as you would like. And a few hosta and canna bulbs too

Lots of beautiful plants to choose from. We will be here until 3:00 today. Come and see us!
05/02/2026

Lots of beautiful plants to choose from. We will be here until 3:00 today. Come and see us!

04/20/2026

Many gardeners look to grow native plants in their landscape. However, just because a plant is native doesn't make it the right plant for any garden location.

See the new Plants Native to Iowa article for lists of plants for many different growing conditions and plant types: https://go.iastate.edu/FKDTRE

Iowa State University Extension and Outreach ISU Extension and Outreach - Agriculture and Natural Resources

01/07/2026

Want to become an Iowa Master Gardener this spring? Applications are open now through January 30!

What's required to become an Iowa Master Gardener?
- Apply!
- Complete a background check
- Be accepted and pay the Garden Academy fee
- Complete Garden Academy and pass the final test
- Complete a county-specific, in-person volunteer orientation
- Complete a 40-hour volunteer internship

We are seeking dedicated, passionate volunteers who want to make a difference in their communities and learn more about horticulture. No experience necessary!

See our website for full details: https://go.iastate.edu/DXGJFN
Have questions? Reach out to your county Master Gardener Coordinator. Contact information is available on our website.

For those interested in our non-volunteer track (Iowa Home Gardener), registration will open February 2 on the Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Store website. (Don't worry, we'll remind you!)


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