The Williamson County Master Gardeners Association, Inc. (WCMGA) is an organization of about 200 members who share a love of gardening and a desire to have a positive impact in the Williamson County community, located in Franklin, Tennessee.
Master Gardeners currently volunteer in projects to beautify the Carter House, Carnton Plantation, and Harpeth Terrace, along with many more activities. The association also makes grants of horticultural materials to organizations as well as financial grants to organizations, educators, and students to further horticulture and related educational pursuits.
Our major fundraiser each year is the Bloom ‘n’ Garden Expo, Williamson County’s only lawn and garden show. The Expo is produced by WCMGA and is staffed by our Master Gardeners. This exciting event is held each April at the Williamson County Agricultural Exposition Park. The Expo features over 100 lawn and garden vendors, garden exhibits, educational speakers, and live music. For complete information regarding Bloom ‘n’ Garden, go to www.bloomngarden.com
We have a monthly meeting that always features an interesting garden presentation, as well as garden outings, field trips and picnics throughout the year. We all have fun swapping plants and ideas, as well as tips from the more experienced of the group.
You can become a Master Gardener by completing the 13-week Master Gardener classes and fulfilling the requisite volunteer hours. The University of Tennessee Agricultural Extension Service teaches the course held at the County Ag Expo Park, beginning in January and ending in April.
Once you have completed the course work, we encourage you to join the Williamson County Master Gardeners Association, Inc. Also, please join us if you are a certified Master Gardener from another state moving to our county.
