Galveston County Master Gardener Association (GCMGA) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting Texas A&M AgriLife Extension and the Texas Master Gardener Association. Operating independently from commercial ventures, GCMGA offers educational, literary, and charitable services to the residents of Galveston County, Texas in collaboration with the local AgriLife Extension office.
GCMGA focuses on enhancing gardening knowledge among its members and the wider community. Through various avenues like news articles, clinics, presentations, school programs, and digital media, members promote best gardening practices. Trained by Texas A&M AgriLife Extension, Master Gardeners provide research-based horticultural expertise in areas such as soil health, water conservation, and plant pathology.
Setting themselves apart from amateur gardeners, Master Gardeners engage in diverse activities including maintaining demonstration gardens, educating youth, participating in school garden projects, and hosting informative events like lunch 'n learn programs. GCMGA also conducts a comprehensive 10-week training course, monthly meetings with guest speakers, and annual plant sales to further enrich the gardening community.
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