Rutgers Master Gardeners of Atlantic County

Rutgers Master Gardeners of Atlantic County The Atlantic County Master Gardeners are trained volunteers who assist Rutgers Cooperative Extension There is a fee to cover material and program costs.

The Atlantic County Master Gardeners are trained volunteers who assist Rutgers Cooperative Extension in delivering horticulture programs and information to the general public. Master Gardeners receive in-depth training in horticulture from Rutgers University faculty and professional staff. As part of the training, Master Gardeners are required to volunteer a certain number of hours, on the Help-Li

ne and working in their community in programs sponsored by Rutgers Cooperative Extension. Successful graduates of the training become Certified Master Gardeners after they have completed the initial volunteer requirement. The Atlantic County Master Gardener Volunteers are available from 9 am to 2pm Tuesday and Thursday to answer your gardening questions. Should you have questions regarding your lawn, pests, trees, flowers, fruit or vegetable gardening the volunteers are here to assist you. The Master Gardeners can be reached at 609-625-0056. How To Become An Atlantic County Master Gardener
If you think the above is interesting and would like to become an Atlantic County Master Gardener please contact the Program Coordinator at (609) 625-0056. Classes begin in February and are held on Wednesday evenings from 6 pm to 9 pm for approximately 16 weeks. All class lectures are held online via Zoom and class materials are located on Rutgers Canvas.

04/14/2026
This is a 2 part series. Hope you find it interesting.
03/31/2026

This is a 2 part series. Hope you find it interesting.

I'm moving this series to April, and it’s going to be a deliciously earthy deep‑dive into the magic happening beneath yo...
03/04/2026

I'm moving this series to April, and it’s going to be a deliciously earthy deep‑dive into the magic happening beneath your feet. Scan the QR code to grab your spot and get ready to turn kitchen scraps and yard waste into garden gold. Whether you’re brand‑new to composting or already tending a thriving pile, you’ll find practical tips, clever tricks, and plenty of “aha!” moments. Come grow your skills, shrink your waste, and join a community of gardeners who love good soil as much as good stories.

Hope to see you in class!
Belinda

02/14/2026

Save the date for the NJ Farm Fisher Wellness Forum-Connecting for Health and Vitality taking place on Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 9am. There is no cost to attend this event. NJ Farm Fisher Wellness Forum-Connecting for Health and Vitality aims to unite professionals across the farm and fisher industries, along with experts in social work, public health, medicine, and financial support to build a collaborative network designed to better address the unique needs of those working in the farm and fisher fields.

02/14/2026

Agriculture and Natural Resources of Cape May County will hold the workshop Seed Starting: Vegetables and Herbs on Tuesday, March 31 from 6 to 8pm at Rutgers Cooperative Extension of Cape May County.
Participants will learn the basics of seed starting, when to start seeds indoors, how to select equipment, and seedling care. They will learn a bit about growing herbs for teas and growing common garden vegetables. Also, everyone who attends the presentation will sow their own seed starter kit to take home.
The cost to attend is $15. Pre-register and pay at https://go.rutgers.edu/9ii4ngsx.

01/30/2026

Grab a cup of coffee and settle in each Saturday morning in February for 'Coffee Talks for Home Gardeners'. These are free one hour webinars presented by the Rutgers Master Gardeners of Monmouth County.
Registration required for each talk, please see below for titles and registration links:

February 7 @ 9:30 am
What’s the Chatter About Winter Sowing?
Register here: https://go.rutgers.edu/74jzk8ps

February 14 @ 9:30 am
Not Just Eye Candy: Creating a Landscape with Benefits
Register here: https://go.rutgers.edu/t8vqubgg

February 21 @ 9:30 am
Hügelkultur: The Ultimate Natural Bed: Mimicking the Forest Floor
Register here: https://go.rutgers.edu/9ic1835w

February 28 @ 9:30 am
Be a Bloomin' Genius: How to Care for and Encourage Houseplants to Rebloom
Register here: https://go.rutgers.edu/7qd1jui2

Rutgers Cooperative Extension
Rutgers Cooperative Extension of Monmouth County Ag & Master Gardeners

**New Classes Forming**📌Rutgers Garden State Gardener Program is in full swing! Check out our latest offerings below an...
01/14/2026

**New Classes Forming**📌
Rutgers Garden State Gardener Program is in full swing! Check out our latest offerings below and scan the QR code to register or you can go to https://extension.rutgers.edu/events to explore more opportunities through Rutgers Cooperative Extension.

Rutgers Cooperative Extension
Rutgers Agriculture and Natural Resources

Become a composting champion for your community! Join the Atlantic County Master Composters, a partnership of Rutgers ...
01/14/2026

Become a composting champion for your community! Join the Atlantic County Master Composters, a partnership of Rutgers Cooperative Extension of Atlantic County and Atlantic County Utilities Authority.

Classes begin soon!
01/14/2026

Classes begin soon!

12/25/2025

Address

6260 Old Harding Highway
Mays Landing, NJ
08330

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 1pm
Tuesday 9am - 1pm
Wednesday 9am - 1pm
Thursday 9am - 1pm
Friday 9am - 1pm

Telephone

(609) 625-0056

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