UI Extension, Kootenai County Idaho Master Gardeners

UI Extension, Kootenai County Idaho Master Gardeners Practical education to help people, businesses &
communities in Kootenai. Training new Master Gardeners in January 2027! CONNECT - WELCOME - GROW

Do you have questions about growing in Northern Idaho? UI Extension uses volunteers for research-based horticulture education. We help you find the answers you need and offer informational classes and workshops. Many gardening handouts can be found on our website: https://www.uidaho.edu/extension/county/kootenai/garden
Scroll to the bottom of the page. Idaho Master Gardeners develop and share exp

ertise in a broad range of home horticultural topics, including food production, integrated pest management techniques, improving soil fertility, choosing the right trees, growing turf grass and sustainable yards and gardens.

“Helping people grow” is the motto of the Idaho Master Gardener program, reflecting UI Extension’s goal to help meet the needs of growers in our local communities. Many of your home and garden questions and problems can be easily addressed at our Plant Clinic by a volunteer Idaho Master Gardener. Email questions to our Plant Clinic at [email protected]

• Learn how best to care for your garden, orchard and landscape with research-based information
• Get practical “how-to” advice on many home horticulture topics
• Identify many insects, weeds and disease organisms and choose the best Integrated pest management options
• Access information resources from researched-based sources
• Info about soil sampling kits and instructions for sending the sample to the U of I lab (our office provides interpretation of soil sample results)

“UI is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and organization, offering programs to all persons regardless of race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, or disability.”
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https://www.uidaho.edu/.../ui-nondiscrimination-policy...
Desire auxiliary services? Call us 208-292-2525 at least two weeks prior.

We're out of the office!PLANT CLINIC CLOSED Idaho Master Gardeners in Kootenai County are preparing for and working the ...
08/18/2026

We're out of the office!

PLANT CLINIC CLOSED

Idaho Master Gardeners in Kootenai County are preparing for and working the North Idaho State Fair.

Our diagnostic Plant Clinic will reopen Tuesday, Sept. 1.

Regular hours (9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays) will continue through Oct. 1 at 1250 W. Ironwood, Suite 107 in Coeur d'Alene.

See you at the fair!

Grow your gardening know-how with our Fall Horticulture Series! Certified Master Gardeners and local experts will share ...
08/06/2026

Grow your gardening know-how with our Fall Horticulture Series!

Certified Master Gardeners and local experts will share their knowledge (and passion!) about all things home gardening from garlic curing to garden myths.

Classes are 10 a.m. to noon on Saturdays at the U.S. Fish & Game building in Coeur d'Alene. Course fees support the Kootenai County Master Gardener Program. All are welcome!

Sign up at marketplace.uidaho.edu with Extension - Idaho Master Gardeners, Kootenai County.

Join us!

Limit your time outside while air quality is poor. Harvests shouldn't be impacted by smoke and ash, though it's (always)...
08/05/2026

Limit your time outside while air quality is poor. Harvests shouldn't be impacted by smoke and ash, though it's (always) a good idea to give your garden produce a thorough wash before consuming.

Take care out there, gardeners!

IS IT SAFE TO EAT MY GARDEN PRODUCE AFFECTED BY WILDFIRES?
"Avoid gardening and other outdoor activities when air quality ratings are in unsafe ranges. Wildfires produce a lot of particulate matter and large pieces of ash (gray gritty material) that can be moved long distances and be a health hazard. Avoid gardening and other outdoor activities when air quality ratings are in unsafe ranges.

The produce was exposed to smoke and may have ash on it. The smoke and ash won't be able to necessarily pe*****te deep into the fruit or vegetable and so rinsing well should remove any residues. Rinse the produce off outside (with a hose or watering can) and then give a second or third rinse in the sink indoors. Peeling (for example removing apple or tomato skins) and removing the outer leaves of leafy greens will also reduce your risk."

https://extension.oregonstate.edu/ask-extension/featured/it-safe-eat-my-garden-produce-affected-wildfires
https://extension.psu.edu/wildfire-smoke-growing-crops-through-the-haze
Image: Ash on tomatoes via Chris Branam, OSU

Not sure where to start with your garden this year? Tired of missing planting windows or losing seed packets? Want a bet...
01/20/2026

Not sure where to start with your garden this year? Tired of missing planting windows or losing seed packets? Want a better garden layout?

Check out our NEW community garden class:
Gardening Organization: Take Control of What You Grow
Saturday, February 7, 2026
10:00 am - 1:00 pm

You'll learn practical organization strategies to manage your garden, including essential planning and design; discover ways to streamline routines using calendars, task scheduling, and simple systems to keep maintenance manageable.

Learn inventory management for seed storage, tool organization, and supply tracking—saving time and money. Whether you use an app or handwritten notes, you’ll build habits and systems that make your garden space highly functional and enjoyable throughout the season.

Attendees can choose to receive a 5-year garden planner at registration. Take control of your garden -- register now!

https://marketplace.uidaho.edu/C20272_ustores/web/store_main.jsp?STOREID=204&SINGLESTORE=true

IMPORTANT NOTICE:  Due to circumstances beyond our control, the community gardening class "Gardening Organization, Take ...
01/15/2026

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Due to circumstances beyond our control, the community gardening class "Gardening Organization, Take Control of What You Grow" has been rescheduled to Saturday, February 7, at 10:00 a.m.

If you've registered for this class (originally scheduled for Feb. 14) and are unable to attend on the NEW DATE, please reach out to our office at 208-292-2525 OR email: [email protected] to request a full refund.

Registration for this class is still open: https://marketplace.uidaho.edu/C20272_ustores/web/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCTID=5738&SINGLESTORE=true

Ready to grow your best-ever North Idaho garden in 2026? 🌱Our Growing in Northern Idaho community classes are officially...
12/10/2025

Ready to grow your best-ever North Idaho garden in 2026? 🌱
Our Growing in Northern Idaho community classes are officially OPEN for registration!

Whether you want to master winter sowing, tame those fruit trees, conquer seed starting, or finally get your garden organized (we see you, chaotic box of seeds), we’ve got a class for it—and for you.

Spots tend to disappear faster than ripe strawberries in July, so hop over and browse the full lineup + register here: 👉 https://marketplace.uidaho.edu/C20272_ustores/web/store_main.jsp?STOREID=204&SINGLESTORE=true

Christmas Cactus? Easter Cactus? Thanksgiving Cactus? Is it even a cactus? Don't miss Holiday Cactus Secrets, this SATUR...
10/22/2025

Christmas Cactus? Easter Cactus? Thanksgiving Cactus? Is it even a cactus? Don't miss Holiday Cactus Secrets, this SATURDAY, Oct. 25th. Learn care tips, how to propagate, and identify these beautiful blooms! There's still time to register for Saturday's class!

Holiday Cactus Secrets Brenda Hochhalter, Certified Idaho Master Gardener.   

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1250 Ironwood Drive Suite 107
Coeur D'Alene, ID
83814

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