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  • The Rock County UW-Extension Horticulture Program offers various training opportunities for the general public encompassing a variety of garden related topics. Programs are offered in conjunction with Rotary Botanical Gardens. Please visit www.rotarygardens.org for a complete list of education opportunities.

Rock Prairie Master Gardener AssociationMaster Gardener Program

  • University of Wisconsin Extension offers the Master Gardener Volunteer Training Program, a 60+ hour lecture series that begins mid-September. It covers the basics of horticulture, including classes on woody and herbaceous ornamental plant materials, fruit and vegetable crops, plant diseases and insect pests.

    After completing the training program and 24 hours of volunteer service, participants become University of Wisconsin Extension Master Gardener Volunteers. Acceptance into the program is limited. To receive an application contact Becky Kennedy at (608) 757 5696 or kennedy@co.rock.wi.us. Applications are also available by following the link below.

2008-2009 Application materials: Deadline for registration is September 1, 2008. Class will be limited to 25 participants.

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If you have any questions regarding Horticulture in Rock County, please contact:

Mike Maddox
Horticulture Educator
Rock County UW-Extension
51 South Main Street (Courthouse)
Janesville, WI 53545
Phone: 608-757-5696
Email: mike.maddox@ces.uwex.edu
Julie Gibes
Community Garden Assistant
Rock County UW-Extension
51 South Main Street (Courthouse)
Janesville, WI 53545
Phone: 608-757-5696
Email: julie.gibes@ces.uwex.edu