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Richmond County
UGA Extension Office

Augusta Area Master Gardeners

Important information for Augusta Area Master Gardeners

Volunteer Agreement due by January 31st of each year. Complete the front and back pages. Return the signed & initialed form to uge3245@uga.edu or deliver to UGA Extension, 501 Greene Street, Suite 100, Augusta, GA 30901.

Annual Intent to Renew form due by January 31st of each year. Return the signed form to uge3245@uga.edu or deliver to UGA Extension, 501 Greene Street, Suite 100, Augusta, GA 30901.

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Georgia Master Gardener Association

GA Master Gardener Extension Volunteer Website

MGLOG Log your training and volunteer hours in MGLOG. Master Gardeners are required annually to complete 25 volunteer hours and 10 continuing education hours. The deadline for reporting all hours is December 31st to be included in the County Annual Summary.

MGEV Name Badge replacement order - Current Master Gardener Extension Volunteers can order a replacement volunteer name badge by contacting the Richmond County Extension Office at 706-821-2350 or uge3245@uga.edu.  A replacement name badge cost $16.00.

Planting Calculator Use Johnny's interactive planning tools and calculators to help with planning and scheduling your growing season. From calculating how much seed you'll need and when to plant, replant, and harvest, to the resources you'll require to build your new high tunnel, our calculators can help you streamline your operation to become more productive, profitable, and enjoyable.

Trellis Blog Trellis provides support to Georgia Master Gardener Extension Volunteers by providing resources for the MGEV experience. Sign up to subscribe to Trellis to receive MGEV updates and opportunities for online training sessions, such as the Thoughtful Thursday Series.


Ask a Master Gardener

Master Gardener Extension volunteers are available upon request for setting up a plant clinic at local retail nurseries, garden centers, farmer's markets, local events, and other locations. Please provide at least 6 weeks advance notice to allow time for scheduling a plant clinic day. Submit your request or general plant questions using any of these methods:

  • Submit information in the Ask a Master Gardener box on this page
  • Email augustaareamastergardeners@gmail.com
  • Submit your request on Augusta Area Master Gardeners Facebook page
  • Call the Richmond County Extension Office at 706-821-2350

Plant clinics offer an excellent opportunity for the general public to ask questions about gardening and home landscaping. Trained Master Gardener Extension Volunteers can provide soil test bags, free publications, consumer horticulture recommendations, troubleshooting advice, and other references to homeowners.

 

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Upcoming Events

  • Aug 5 Homesteading Skills: Small Ruminants Join Pike County Extension in 2026 for the Lunch and Learn series that will dive into homesteading skills. These monthly sessions are covered by experts and hosted on the first Wednesday of each month at 12pm (with the exception of holidays). Simply email Brooklyne.Wassel@uga.edu or Pike.Extension@uga.edu to receive the Zoom Link. You can also catch the recordings on our YouTube Channel!
    • Virtual Event
  • Aug 11 Clemson/UGA Equine Nutrition Series Join us to learn more about the aspects of equine nutrition! Are you wondering how you can improve your knowledge of equine nutrition? If so, make sure to join us for a 3-week equine nutrition program! Each date will be over a different topic related to nutrition. Speakers will include Clemson University Livestock and Forages Extension Agent, Katie Silver and University of Georgia Agriculture and Natural Resources Agent, Robyn Stewart. August 11 – Pastures & Grazing Management. Learn strategies to improve soil health, increase forage quality, and extend the grazing season. August 18 – Hay & Forage Alternatives. Learn how to evaluate hay quality and stretch your supply further. August 25 – Feeds & Supplements. Learn key concepts regarding feeds and supplements to help you choose what’s best for your horses’ health. Seating is limited to 20 people per class. If you choose to attend all three sessions, please pre-register for all three sessions.
    • Aiken, GA - (19.0 Miles)
  • Aug 12 Category 24 Ornamental and Turf Pesticide Applicator Exam Training UGA Extension Henry is offering a program to help prepare those who are planning to take the Georgia Pesticide Applicator Licensing Exam in Category 24 Ornamental and Turf to pass it. It will cover only the Ornamental and Turf Section and not the Core Manual (General Standards Section). There will be informative handouts and a couple of practice exams. The exam itself will not be offered after the class. It is offered at several technical colleges throughout the state. To register for the exam go to www.gapestexam.com. The program will be online via Zoom.
    • McDonough, GA - (120.0 Miles)
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