The Christian County Master Gardener Association began in 2005. As part of the University of Kentucky Extension, we teach people how to grow, care for, and enjoy plants. Last year, 55 volunteers gave 3,005 hours of their time to local projects. That time is worth more than $64,000 in service. But the real value is in what they gave back to the community.

Our Master Gardeners reached over 3,500 people through hands-on teaching, workshops, and one-on-one help. They hosted big events like the Garden and Outdoor Living EXPO and the Hummingbird Festival, teaching visitors about flowers, pollinators, and home gardening. These events accounted for 1,105 hours of service.

They also spent 910 hours caring for community gardens at Jeffers Bend and several Adopt-a-Spot locations around town. These gardens aren’t just pretty—they are learning environments that bring people together.

Every Master Gardener is trained by UK Extension. They learn soil science, pest control, plant care, and more. Then, they pass that knowledge on to others. Whether it's helping someone choose the right tree or showing kids how compost works, they make gardening simple, fun, and useful.