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Master Gardener volunteers are committed to providing the highest quality, research-based horticultural information and educational activities that enhance our community’s environment and quality of life.
We bring research-based horticultural information to the Hennepin County community through adult and youth educational activities.
Latest from the Gardening Tales Blog
Oval Office Ivy
Meet Oval Office Ivy! Learn how this easy-to-grow plant made its way from the White House to the Hennepin Master Gardeners. Then pick up your own slice of history at the Houseplant Sale on October 3, 2026.
Squiggle the Spider Plant
Meet Squiggle! Learn how this charming spider plant makes his annual move from the outdoor window box back inside for winter. Plus, get expert tips on keeping your own houseplants pest-free this season.
Intern Microblogging Project – July
The growing season is in full swing, and so is the 2026 HCMG intern class. In this blog series, we’re checking in throughout the year to find out what it’s like to be an HCMG intern. Here’s the latest edition!