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The Louisiana Master Gardener program is a service and educational activity offered by the LSU AgCenter.

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14/10/2026

Last Friday, the Ascension Master Gardeners hosted the River Parishes Master Gardener Seminar in Gonzales, LA. This biannual event brought together Master Gardeners and gardening enthusiasts from across the region for a day full of learning from gardening experts. 📚 🥬

Master Gardeners from several parishes were also able to present on shared volunteer experiences - which allowed for excellent collaboration between groups. Education and networking opportunities such as this help Louisiana Master Gardeners grow volunteer efforts and community impacts! 🌱

04/09/2026

Many of our local Master Gardener groups are hosting fall plant sales across the state to raise funds for their impactful community projects. Fall is one of the best times to plant in Louisiana, so stop by these events for great plants and even better growing advice! 🪴 🌿

Delta Master Gardeners Fall Plant Sale & Seminar, September 19
Location: Northeast Research Station, 4589 Hwy 605, St. Joseph, LA
Time: 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Livingston Master Gardener Fall Plant Sale, September 19
Location: Southeastern Living Center, 9261 Florida Blvd, Walker, LA
Time: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Lafayette Parish Master Gardener PlantFest, September 26
Location: LPMGA Demonstration Beds at Ira Nelson, 2206 Johnston St, Lafayette, LA
Time: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

East Baton Rouge Master Gardener Fall Plant Sale, September 26
Location: Burden Botanic Gardens, 4560 Essen Lane, Baton Rouge, LA
Time: 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Hammond Fall Garden Day and Plant Sale, October 3
Location: LSU AgCenter Hammond Research Station, 21549 Old Covington Hwy, Hammond, LA
Time: 7:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.

New Orleans Fall Garden Festival, October 3
Location: New Orleans Botanical Garden, New Orleans, LA
Time: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Kent House Fall Herb Day, October 3
Location: Kent Plantation House, 3601 Bayou Rapides Rd, Alexandria, LA
Time: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Southwest Master Gardener Fall Plant Sale, October 3
Location: Calcasieu Parish Extension Office, 7101 Gulf Highway, Lake Charles, LA
Time: 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Macon Ridge Fall Plant Sale & Seminar, October 24
Location: Scott Research & Extension Center, 212-B Macon Ridge Rd, Winnsboro, LA
Time: 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Northwest Fall Bulb Sale, October 31
Location: Red River Research Station, 262 Research Station Dr, Bossier, LA
Time: 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Northeast Fall Bulb and Plant Sale, November 14
Location: Farmer’s Market and Pavilion at Seventh Square, West Monroe, LA
Time: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

31/07/2026

Earlier this week, Master Gardener Agent Coordinators from across Louisiana came together for a statewide meeting focused on professional development, collaboration, and sharing experiences.

These meetings provide valuable opportunities to exchange ideas, discuss program successes and challenges, strengthen partnerships, and learn new strategies to support Master Gardener volunteers and communities throughout the state.

By working together and learning from one another, we continue to grow a stronger Master Gardener program that extends research-based horticulture education to Louisiana residents. 🌱🪏

12/05/2026

Do you have what it takes to become a Louisiana Master Gardener? Many of our local programs are accepting applications for classes that begin soon! Check out training opportunities across the state here: https://www.lsuagcenter.com/topics/lawn_garden/master%20gardener/program/become-a-lmg

23/04/2026

In celebration of National Volunteer Week, we would like to say a big "THANK YOU" to all of our Louisiana Master Gardeners! Your hard work and dedication make incredible impacts on the lives of so many across our great state!

22/04/2026

In celebration of National Volunteer Week, we are incredibly proud of our Louisiana Master Gardeners!

21/04/2026

In celebration of National Volunteer Week, we are recognizing the incredible impacts of our Louisiana Master Gardener volunteers!

Check out the 2025 LMG Annual Report here: https://www.lsuagcenter.com/profiles/lblack/articles/page1772745807091

20/04/2026

During National Volunteer Week, we celebrate the incredible Extension Master Gardener volunteers who show up, dig in🪏, and make a difference every day. Your commitment to sharing research-based knowledge helps communities grow food, steward natural resources, and create resilient, beautiful spaces. Thank you for your passion, your expertise, and your impact. 🌱

26/03/2026

Several of our local Master Gardener Associations are hosting plant sales across the state to raise funds for their many outreach projects. Stop by these events for excellent plants and expert growing advice! 🪴

Northeast Spring Plant Sale, March 27 & 28
Location: Farmer’s Market and Pavilion at Seventh Square, West Monroe, LA
Time: Fri, 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. and Sat., 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Southwest Louisiana Garden Conference and Expo, March 27 & 28
Location: Burton Coliseum, Lake Charles, LA
Time: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Spring Garden Fest, March 28
Location: LSU AgCenter Botanic Gardens at Burden, Baton Rouge, LA
Time: 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.

New Orleans Spring Garden Show, April 11
Location: New Orleans Botanical Garden, New Orleans, LA
Time: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Festival des Fleurs, April 11
Location: UL Lafayette Blackham Coliseum, Lafayette, LA
Time: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Northwest Spring Plant Sale, April 11
Location: Red River Research Station, Bossier, LA
Time: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Kent House Spring Herb Day, April 11
Location: Kent Plantation House, Alexandria, LA
Time: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Delta Spring Plant Sale, April 11
Location: Northeast Research Station, St. Joseph, LA
Time: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Westside Spring Plant Sale, April 11
Location: Iberville Parish LSU AgCenter, Plaquemine, LA
Time: 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Hammond Spring Garden Day and Plant Sale, April 18
Location: LSU AgCenter Hammond Research Station, Hammond, LA
Time: 7:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Pointe Coupee Spring Plant Sale, April 18
Location: Pointe Coupee Multi-Use Center - Miles Brashier Greenhouse, New Roads, LA
Time: 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Northshore Garden and Plant Sale, April 24 & 25
Location: St. Tammany Parish Fairgrounds, Covington, LA
Time: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

North Central Spring Plant Sale, April 25
Location: The Bridge Community Center, Ruston, LA
Time: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

La-Terre Master Gardener Plant Sale, May 2
Location: Lafourche Parish LSU AgCenter, Raceland, LA
Time: 8 a.m. – 12 p.m.

13/02/2026

Congratulations to the Class of 2025 Advanced Louisiana Master Gardeners! We can't wait to see the future impacts of your volunteer efforts across Louisiana!🪴🪏🧤

Susan Berry – Orleans
Laura Boland – Orleans
David Breaux – East Baton Rouge
Robert Fabacher – St. Tammany
Susan Griffin – Northcentral
Peggy L. Howard – Orleans
Louise Mouton Johnson – Orleans
Usha Ramadhyani – Orleans
Laurie Ricchiuti – Orleans
Vanessa Sam – Lafayette
Sterling Sightler – East Baton Rouge
Ed Wilhelm – Lafayette
Melinda Yantis – Tangipahoa

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