Classes / Workshops / Educational Programs
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Looking to enhance your gardening skills? The Goochland-Powhatan Master Gardener Association offers educational classes, workshops, and programs throughout the year—covering everything from soil and water conservation to pest control, vegetable & herb gardening, plant propagation, and more.
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Whether you're a beginner or an experienced gardener, there’s always something new to learn.​​
Grow Your Gardening Knowledge with GPMGA!
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PROGRAMS PROVIDED BY GPMGA ANNUALLY:
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​​​​The GPMGA Extension Master Gardener Training Program is the first step toward becoming a Master Gardener Volunteer. After the completion of 50 classroom hours (January - April), students then become an EMG intern. Graduation involves completing a minumum of 50 volunteer hours of service for the community. For more information about class requirements, topics taught, and more, visit our Master Gardening Training page.
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The 2026 EMT PROGRAM is now OPEN for Applications. Go to our MG Training Program page for complete details on how to apply.
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GARDENING 101 (Ten-Week Course)
This is Extension Master Gardener training without the volunteer component. Covers most of the topics that are part of the EMG training class with no commitment beyond the end of the class.
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Classes are normally held one evening a week from 6pm-8pm and alternate between Goochland and Powhatan Public libraries.
Class size is limited usually to about 16 students to ensure appropriate opportunities for participation.
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Topics Included: Soil; Herbaceous Plants & Design; Fruit and Pruning; Veggie & Herb Gardening; Insects; Plant Propagation; Water Issues; Habitat and Native Plants; House Plants and Container Gardening; and Integrated Pest Management.
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Cost for the workshop (including materials) is $60.00.
It is open to both GPMGA members and the general public.
If you are interested in reserving a space or need additional information, email the HELP DESK at gpmastergardener@gmail.com. Please put RAIN BARREL WORKSHOP in the subject line of your email.
​If you are a person with a disability and desire any assistive devices, services or other accommodationsto participate in this activity, please contact agent John Few or Skye Brickhouse or call one of our VCE Offices during business hours of 8am-5pm to discuss accommodations 5 days prior to the event.
Powhatan: (804) 598-5640
Goochland: (804) 556-5841
*TDD number is (800) 828-1120.