GROWING A GREEN THUMB! GARDENING COURSE STARTS JANUARY

December 14, 2020

Levy County Extension with the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences Extension host Dooryard Horticulture and Master Gardener volunteer course in partnership with Levy County Board of County Commissioners.

Thursdays, January 28 – March 25, 9 am – Noon.  Topics include fertilization, efficient watering, selecting and using pesticide, vegetables, Florida-Friendly Landscaping and fruit and citrus tree selection. UF Agents and specialist combine lecture recordings, live Q&A, video, text, audio, images, discussion forums and weekly activities. Approximately 8-10 hours per week. Module objectives encourage the learner to take an active role in the learning process. This course makes a wonderful gift for an aspiring gardener.

Two tracks and two options for participation (online or in-person); Track 1 - Course completion = Home Horticulture Certificate of Completion. Track 2 - Course completion + 75 hours volunteer service with UF/IFAS Extension = certified Master Gardener Volunteer.  NOTE: UF background check completed for Track 2 candidates. Be prepared to present photo ID.

Other equipment: Access to computer or laptop with external or built in webcam and microphone. Internet access needed.  8"x10" dry erase board and notebook (optional). No driving in bad weather! Complete the online course from comfort of your home, via ZOOM. In-person class capped at 18 following CDC guidelines. Face covering mandatory inside the building. Please let us know if accommodations are required.

Course registration deadline January 4, 2021. Request a registration form by email; This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or pick up at Levy County Extension, 625 North Hathaway Avenue, Bronson, 32621. Course registration and $80 non-refundable materials fee (cash, check or money order payable:  University of Florida  MEMO: Florida Master Gardener). Return by January 4, 2021.  Questions, call me, 352-486-5131. In the meantime, Spread Joy!!   

All extension programs and services are open to all without regard to race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin or handicap.    https://ssl.gstatic.com/ui/v1/icons/mail/images/cleardot.gif" width="1" height="1" />