Master Gardener Liz Magnuson with the container garden raffled during the 2006 Lee County 4-H Fair & Jr. Show.
The Master Gardeners of Lee County are passionate about gardening and even more passionate about investing in their communities.
Master Gardeners in-training work the homeowner hotline answering questions related to vegetable and flower gardening, pest control, tree and shrub selection, and more. In 2008, the volunteers responded to nearly 300 phone calls and request.
The Master Gardeners network with community garden clubs, other organizations and neighboring counties to provide educational opportunities for gardeners of all ages – amateur to "master".
In addition the group coordinates two events - the plant sale and garden party. Proceeds from these events go to fund Extension programming as well as provide entertainment and education for all.
Lee County Unit