{"id":95,"date":"2013-07-09T11:21:26","date_gmt":"2013-07-09T18:21:26","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/ext100.wsu.edu\/benton-franklin\/?page_id=95"},"modified":"2026-02-17T12:50:46","modified_gmt":"2026-02-17T20:50:46","slug":"mastergardeners","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/extension.wsu.edu\/benton-franklin\/mastergardeners\/","title":{"rendered":"Master Gardener Program"},"content":{"rendered":"

WSU Extension of Benton & Franklin Counties is the best source for gardening information in the Mid-Columbia region. Learn what plants grow well in our region’s challenging climate and soils, find help solving plant and pest problems, and discover new gardening techniques. We’re here to help you every step of the way!<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n

\n\t\t\tBenton Franklin County Master Gardener Program Highlights\t<\/h3>\n

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As the WSU Master Gardener program:<\/span><\/h4>\n

\"WashingtonWe value<\/strong> <\/em>personal and professional research <\/strong>and knowledge <\/strong>because it encourages us to stay current about horticulture and environmental stewardship to meet the unique educational needs of our communities.<\/span><\/p>\n

We foster and benefit<\/em>\u00a0from an atmosphere of diversity <\/strong>and\u00a0<\/strong>inclusivity<\/b> because our differences inspire creative thinking and innovative solutions.<\/span><\/p>\n

We act<\/strong> <\/em>with integrity <\/strong>because trust, truthfulness, and respect create a healthy and positive culture.<\/span><\/p>\n

We are<\/strong><\/em> committed<\/em> to stewardship <\/strong>and sustainability<\/strong> serving as ethical and responsible agents of our natural resources, human resources, and University resources.<\/span><\/p>\n

We collaborate<\/strong><\/em> because together we empower<\/strong> healthy and resilient communities.<\/span><\/p>\n

We are<\/strong><\/em> a dynamic<\/strong> and responsive<\/strong> program where knowledge <\/strong>inspires change.<\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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\n\t\t\tExtension Master Gardener Educational Outreach\t<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n
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\n\t\t\"Master\n\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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Ask A Master Gardener<\/h4><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t
Visit Ask A Master Gardener<\/a><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n
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\n\t\t\"Master\n\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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Gardening Classes & Events<\/h4><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t
Visit Gardening Classes & Events<\/a><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n
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\n\t\t\"Rose\n\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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Demonstration Garden<\/h4><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t
Visit Demonstration Garden<\/a><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n
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\n\t\t\"Community\n\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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Community Gardens<\/h4><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t
Visit Community Gardens<\/a><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n
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\n\t\t\"Tomatoes,\n\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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Plant a Row for the Hungry<\/h4><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t
Visit Plant a Row for the Hungry<\/a><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n
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\n\t\t\"Master\n\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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Request a Speaker<\/h4><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n
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\n\t\t\"Volunteers\n\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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Become a Master Gardener<\/h4><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t
Visit Become a Master Gardener<\/a><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n

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\n\t\t\tWSU Extension Master Gardeners in the News\t<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n
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