The following publications cover topics related to Extension Master Gardener. For a complete list of MU Extension publications, visit the main Publications page.
Soils, Plant Nutrition and Nutrient Management
Reviewed $10
Discover essential information on soil properties, plant nutrition, and effective nutrient management techniques to enhance your gardening success.
Preventing and Managing Plant Diseases
Revised $10
Learn how to establish and maintain healthy plants and how to identify and solve disease problems that occur.
Insects
Reviewed $10
Learn how to reduce the damage caused to plants by insects while preserving beneficial insect species.
Pruning Ornamental Trees and Shrubs
Reviewed $10
Pruning is an important practice for maintaining the health, size & vigor of trees. Visit our site to learn about Pruning Ornamental Trees and Shrubs.
Using Pesticides Safely in the Home and Garden
Revised $10
Learn to identify pests, choose appropriate control methods, and apply pesticides safely to protect your home, garden and family.
Plants and Their Environment
Reviewed $10
To understand why plants respond as they do to natural influences, gardeners must understand their structure and how they grow. Visit our site to learn more.
Fruit Production
Reviewed $10
Learn to grow strawberries, apples, grapes, and more in Missouri. Get expert tips on planting, pollination, and maximizing fruit yield.
Residential Landscaping
Reviewed $10
Develop an attractive, useful home landscape. Learn principles to keep in mind, the uses of the three major landscape areas, and how to develop a plan with sketches.
Plant Propagation
Reviewed $10
Plant propagation is the process of increasing the number of plants of a particular species. Visit our site to learn more about Plant Propagation.
Missouri Master Gardener Program Policies and Procedures
Revised
Learn to grow and give back. The Missouri Master Gardener Program trains volunteers in research-based, sustainable home horticulture.
Managing Lawns and Turfgrass
Reviewed $10
Developing and managing a lawn involves numerous decisions. Learn how to select an appropriate turfgrass species or cultivar for your situation and how to manage your lawn in this guide.
Establishment and Care of Woody Ornamentals
Reviewed $10
Learn to select, plant, and care for trees and shrubs suited to your landscape, ensuring health and resilience in varying conditions.
From Seed to Harvest and Beyond: Garden Journal and Calendar
New $30
Our Missouri garden journal is also a how-to guide and information resource. It provides a place to organize gardening info, plans and notes. Gift it to the gardeners in your life. If you are a Master Gardener, treat yourself.
Missouri Master Gardener Core Manual
New $40
The Missouri Master Gardener program provides in-depth horticultural training to people throughout Missouri who then help others in their communities learn about gardening and environmental education.
Vegetable Gardening
New $10
Vegetable gardening is a rewarding activity that can provide fresh, flavorful produce. It also offers the benefits of exercise, fresh air and landscape beautification. Learn to grow your own vegetables so you can eat fresh and save on groceries.
Herbaceous Ornamentals
New $10
Discover the beauty of herbaceous ornamentals—annuals and perennials that add color, texture, and fragrance to your garden with easy-growing versatility