Master Gardeners help youth pot plants in hanging baskets around a table inside a greenhouse.

Youth Gardening

Growing the next generation of gardeners
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Youth gardening in Yakima County

A Master Gardener bends down to work with two children visiting the program's outdoor table. There are samples of a flower craft on the table and informational materials.

Our youth activities allow kids to experience the wonders of this rewarding hobby firsthand. While building essential knowledge, these programs primarily aim to cultivate a lifelong love for the art of gardening. Nurture the gardeners of tomorrow by immersing them in this enriching experience today!

Upcoming youth gardening events

A group of six youth stand around a table. One young person on the left is holding a colander of apple slices, one young person selects a knife for the task, and another youth is cutting apple slices. They are outdoors in a garden surrounded by a tall chain-link fence. There is a bus garage in the background.

Preparing the Apples

A group of older children and young teens gather around a table with a Master Gardener volunteer sampling fresh cider that has been strained in a bucket on the table.

Sampling Fresh Cider

Three Master Gardeners show off the cider press. At left, one has their arm around the other person, who is gesturing to the press. On the right, another volunteer looks at the camera while holding an apple above the hopper that feeds apples into the press.

Showing off the Cider Press

Youth Gardening Events

Growing gardeners of tomorrow

Today’s youth are tomorrow’s gardeners. Magic happens when children catch the gardening ‘bug’ and once the interest is sparked, you can generate a passion that lasts a lifetime. Here in Yakima County, the Extension Master Gardener Program is investing in the gardeners of tomorrow. Master Gardeners are available to help your childcare center, school, youth group, or club plan gardening or horticulture projects. Reach out to our Master Gardeners to request assistance.

Contact the Yakima County Master Gardener Coordinator