Woodbury County Master Gardener

09/10/2026

Don't miss Horticulture Friday tomorrow at 10 a.m. on Iowa Public Radio!

Aaron Steil, Consumer Horticulture Extension Specialist, and Dan Fillius, Field Specialist - Commercial Vegetables and Specialty Crops, will discuss how to prepare your vegetable garden for the first frost and help you finish the growing season strong.

09/08/2026

AMES, Iowa – Iowa State University Extension and Outreach horticulture specialists have shared a new publication designed to help gardeners improve soil fertility, structure and the overall garden microbiome. “Cover Crops for Home Vegetable Gardens” is available on the ISU Extension Store at n...

08/26/2026

The Marilyn Engle Teaching Garden is looking great! Stop by the ISU Extension and Outreach - Woodbury County office to take a peek!

07/28/2026

If your garden has looked a little rough lately, don't worry, you aren't alone! Mother Nature has certainly kept us on our toes this growing season. Between periods of heavy rain, strong winds, and stretches of hot, dry weather, our plants have had to endure quite a bit of stress. While some of the....

07/16/2026

Ready to turn your green thumb dreams into reality? Applications are officially OPEN for the upcoming Garden Academy!
Whether you’re looking to master the basics, dive deep into local plant cultivation, or connect with a community of fellow plant lovers, this academy is for you. Space is limited, so don’t wait to secure your spot! More information and registration link in the comments.

07/14/2026

The Woodbury County Fair (August 5–9, 2026) is just around the corner, and we need your green thumbs to help staff our booth!

This is the perfect opportunity to:
Share your passion and knowledge with the community.
Answer local lawn and garden questions.
Earn your volunteer hours!
Grab your shift here: https://go.iastate.edu/IF3JBL

07/09/2026

AMES, Iowa – The horticulture team with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach will hold the 2026 Fruit and Vegetable Field Day on Wednesday, July 29, from 2 to 5 p.m. at the ISU Horticulture Research Station in Ames.

06/22/2026

Ready to get your hands dirty and grow your gardening skills?
The Fall 2026 Garden Academy is just around the corner! Whether you are looking to improve your backyard harvest, understand your soil better, or connect with fellow local gardeners, we would love to have you join us.
Key Dates to Remember:
Applications Open: July 20
Classes Begin: August 31
Spaces fill up quickly, so mark your calendar and get ready to grow with us!
Follow us for more details!

06/09/2026

05/27/2026