Anoka County Master Gardeners
Educating people about beautiful and sustainable landscapes while promoting healthy gardening practices
Upcoming events
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Community Education
Join us as we dive into gardening topics to help prepare your gardens for the spring planting season!
Master Gardeners of Anoka County are partnering with the Community Education programs of Anoka and Centennial.
Topics include:
* Planting Spring Bulbs
* Shade Perennials
* Water Gardens
* Buckthorn Busting
Click below to find a listing of these events and where to find us!
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Houseplant Swap
This is a free Community/public event designed to bring together plant lovers of all levels to exchange houseplants, cuttings and plant care knowledge. Each participant can bring up to 15 plants to exchange with others.
Join us Saturday, October 3
11:30am – 4:30pm
Bunker Hills Activities Center
550 Bunker Lake Blvd
Andover, MN 55304
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Become a Master Gardener!
Do you have a love for gardening? Do you enjoy sharing your passion with others? If so, the Anoka County Master Gardeners Program may be for you!
Click the link below to learn more about becoming a master gardener with Anoka County—we’d love to have you join!
Master Gardeners in Action!
Youth education programs are one of our growing segments.
Learn and Grow with Master Gardeners
Nurture Your Green Thumb with Aloe
Article by Tim Newcomb, Anoka County Extension Master Gardener
What’s Happening in the Gardens
Know your soil’s temperature before you plant! Ensure good seed germination with warm soil. A handy thermometer can be a gardener’s best friend. Click the image to learn more about soil temperature and what temps are ideal for each plant in the garden.
Join Us—Become a Master Gardener
Learn more about the Master Gardener Program
Visit our Become a Master Gardener page for more information and how to apply.
What’s it like to be a Master Gardener?
Hear from your neighbors. University of Minnesota Extension Master Gardener volunteers share their experiences and give an overview of the program.
2025 End of Year Report
See what the Master Gardeners statewide program accomplished in 2025 to serve our communities. Read the 2025 End of Year Report.