History
With a rising interest in home gardening, the staff of the Seattle, Washington Extension Office originated the Master Gardener Program in 1972. The idea to train local knowledgeable gardeners to assist the Extension Office staff with delivering home gardening information was a success. Today all 50 states and six Canadian provinces have organized Master Gardener Programs. 

Missouri’s program began in 1983 and has grown to serve 93 counties. The St. Charles County Master Gardener Program began in 1997. It has established itself as an organization that provides horticultural information and training that is based on University of Missouri research to the gardening public. This information is specific to the St. Charles climate, soils and plants. Additionally, Master Gardeners organize and participate in gardening projects that enhance the beauty of St. Charles County and provide benefits to its citizens.