Our Mission
The mission of the Louisiana Master Gardener volunteer program is to support the LSU AgCenter’s Cooperative Extension Service by using research-based information to help educate the public on best management practices in consumer horticulture and environmental stewardship. We hope you will find our site provides you with resources, inspiration, and encouragement for your gardening projects. Gardening Questions?? Call the Master Gardener Hotline at 318-408-0984. How do I become a Master Gardener? For more information about Louisiana Master Gardeners and statewide programs you can go to https://www.lsuagcenter.com/topics/lawn_garden/master%20gardener 
Have you thought about becoming a Louisiana Master Gardener?
Now is the time to make your plans and apply for the next class of the Northwest Louisiana Master Gardeners held here in the Shreveport area. Deadline to return your application is November 20th, 2022 for the spring 2023 class. Click on this link for the application. HOw can i become a master gardener?
CALL (318) 408-0984 TO REQUEST AN APPLICATION OR DOWNLOAD A LETTER AND APPLICATION. (FORM MAY BE FILLED OUT ONLINE) INSTRUCTIONS FOR MAILING ARE ON THE APPLICATION. APPLICATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED BY NOVEMBER 18TH FOR CONSIDERATION FOR THE NEXT CLASS.
Is there a fee to take the master gardener class?
The registration fee for the Master Gardeners class is $175. The fee covers the cost of training manuals, publications and supplies for the class. The fee is payable upon acceptance into the class.
Red River Research Station is the home of the Northwest Louisiana Master Gardeners
New is the word... If you have not heard by now...Northwest Louisiana Master Gardeners are moving their office to the Red River Research Center. To quote our President, Ed Durham, “It’s going to be new fun, new opportunities, and new results. Come out and be part of it!” 210 Research Station Drive Bossier City, LA 71112 318-408-0984 Do You Know Where Master Gardeners Volunteer?
Order your 2023 Get It Growing Calendar today! Get $2 off each calendar. Offer ends October 26, 2022. The calendar features monthly gardening tips from LSU AgCenter horticulturist Heather Kirk-Ballard and beautiful photos of flowers, plants and gardens from Louisiana photographers. Order here: https://tinyurl.com/GetItGrowingCalendar23
Learn about cut flower gardening, cut flower arrangements and Louisiana Super Plants. The calendar also features gardening terms, a Louisiana zone map and more. 
2022 Super Plants Announced by LSU AgCenter
A few of the Superplants
A catalog of the Louisiana Super Plants since 2010.
Each spring and fall the LSU AgCenter announces a new list of plants deemed worthy to be Louisiana Super Plants. These are reliable and beautiful plants selected for superior performance under Louisiana growing conditions. Click this link to see the list from the LSU AgCenter. Plant now for the Summer SeasonRabbiteye Blueberries
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Welcome Dr. Strahan, LSU AgCenter Northwest Region director
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Record Your Hours!Louisiana Master Gardener ProgramA look back at our 2021 Louisiana Master Gardener volunteer efforts to kick off National Volunteer Week!
#MasterGardener #Volunteer #LouisianaMasterGardener #LMG #LMGVolunteer 
Have a question about your garden or plants?
Email the NWLA Master Gardeners your question and pictures for the answer! nwlamg.question@gmail.com **********************************
Blessed are the gardeners, for they touch the earth with love and understanding. |
Check out these Newsletters from the LSU AgCenter
Newsletters published by the Regions
Northwest Louisiana Horticulture Hints Newsletter Summer 2022
GNO Gardening Regional newsletter published by the Greater New Orleans Area Horticulture agents. June 2019
Northwest Louisiana Horticulture Hints Newsletter Summer 2022
GNO Gardening Regional newsletter published by the Greater New Orleans Area Horticulture agents. June 2019
Get It Growing by Heather Kirk-Ballard of the LSU AgCenter
Heather Kirk-Ballard is the spokesperson for the LSU AgCenter’s Get It Growing project, a statewide educational effort in home horticulture utilizing radio, Internet, TV and newsprint.
Heather Kirk-Ballard is the spokesperson for the LSU AgCenter’s Get It Growing project, a statewide educational effort in home horticulture utilizing radio, Internet, TV and newsprint.
Articles by Dr. Joe White. Check it out in the Master Gardener Knowledge Tree, Gardening Wisdom from Dr. Joe White
Articles from the NWLAMG Seedlings. Newest edition can be found at Master Gardeners Knowledge Tree - NWLAMG Publication "Seedlings"
LSU AgCenter Newsletter "Horticulture Hints" Newest edition of the quarterly newsletter highlight, Summer 2022.
GNO Gardening Magazine from the LSU AgCenter
Latest Edition can be found here
Articles from the NWLAMG Seedlings. Newest edition can be found at Master Gardeners Knowledge Tree - NWLAMG Publication "Seedlings"
LSU AgCenter Newsletter "Horticulture Hints" Newest edition of the quarterly newsletter highlight, Summer 2022.
GNO Gardening Magazine from the LSU AgCenter
Latest Edition can be found here
Wondering What is Wrong With Your Plant?
Check the Leaves.
Make MONEY for Northwest Louisiana Master Gardeners Association,
when you shop AMAZON.COM!
when you shop AMAZON.COM!
Yes, You CAN…and this is how you do it.
Knowing that our local merchants do not have the purchasing power of a giant engine like Amazon, why don’t we shop more often at this gi-normous marketplace, where almost anything is available?
Hold on! We want to shop locally. We want our local merchants to succeed. We have made friends with many shopkeepers and want to be able to find items we need at our favorite stores. For most people, if there is a purchase to be made, the first notion is to run errands and shop close to our homes. After all, the most delightful thing about bargain hunting is that you mingle with people, you are outdoors, you are touching, smelling and viewing the products you need, and want to purchase. But, even a shopkeeper may tell you “ just go to our online catalog… you’ll find it there!”
And, sometimes, the items we need are not locally available.
What is our next move? Start internet shopping and fire up Amazon.com. But, listen to this: When you shop at Amazon.com, and buy a product from them, your order will make money for the NORTHWEST LOUISIANA MASTER GARDENERS! We can earn 5% cash back for the Northwest Louisiana Master Gardeners every time that you purchase anything from Amazon.com. And, this money will be immediately deposited in our bank account. It’s true! AMAZING.
Of course, it doesn’t just happen by magic! You must sign up for us to be eligible for the 5% refund. Here is how you register to send money to NWLAMG’s. Go to amazon.com as usual.. On the black bar below the white search bar are several departments. Choose the “Prime” button. In order to participate, you should be a Prime Member (This membership provides free shipping for all purchases, and many other benefits as well.) There will be a section in the registration asking which non-profit you want to support. Choose NWLAMG’s. That’s it. You’re in. We’re in. Everyone benefits. The next time you enter ‘smile@amazon.com’, you will see that all of your purchases generate money for the Northwest Louisiana Master Gardeners Association. Pat yourself on the back for helping our organization find some free money!
Knowing that our local merchants do not have the purchasing power of a giant engine like Amazon, why don’t we shop more often at this gi-normous marketplace, where almost anything is available?
Hold on! We want to shop locally. We want our local merchants to succeed. We have made friends with many shopkeepers and want to be able to find items we need at our favorite stores. For most people, if there is a purchase to be made, the first notion is to run errands and shop close to our homes. After all, the most delightful thing about bargain hunting is that you mingle with people, you are outdoors, you are touching, smelling and viewing the products you need, and want to purchase. But, even a shopkeeper may tell you “ just go to our online catalog… you’ll find it there!”
And, sometimes, the items we need are not locally available.
What is our next move? Start internet shopping and fire up Amazon.com. But, listen to this: When you shop at Amazon.com, and buy a product from them, your order will make money for the NORTHWEST LOUISIANA MASTER GARDENERS! We can earn 5% cash back for the Northwest Louisiana Master Gardeners every time that you purchase anything from Amazon.com. And, this money will be immediately deposited in our bank account. It’s true! AMAZING.
Of course, it doesn’t just happen by magic! You must sign up for us to be eligible for the 5% refund. Here is how you register to send money to NWLAMG’s. Go to amazon.com as usual.. On the black bar below the white search bar are several departments. Choose the “Prime” button. In order to participate, you should be a Prime Member (This membership provides free shipping for all purchases, and many other benefits as well.) There will be a section in the registration asking which non-profit you want to support. Choose NWLAMG’s. That’s it. You’re in. We’re in. Everyone benefits. The next time you enter ‘smile@amazon.com’, you will see that all of your purchases generate money for the Northwest Louisiana Master Gardeners Association. Pat yourself on the back for helping our organization find some free money!
The Garden Gym
