MSU Extension has opened registration for its upcoming Foundations of Gardening course, a comprehensive online educational program created for casual gardeners and gardening enthusiasts alike. The course content is designed to help participants learn how to create and care for beautiful, productive, and sustainable gardens and take their gardening “know-how” to the next level.
Foundations of Gardening is scheduled to run September 3 through November 19, 2024. Topics covered by the course include plant science, soils, common pests and diseases, lawn care, trees, shrubs, growing fruits and vegetables, and environmental gardening. The self-paced curriculum focuses on weekly topics with modules that include online activities and videos, as well as live weekly lectures hosted by MSU Extension experts that enhance the learning experience.
Participants who successfully meet course requirements receive a certificate of completion at the end of the program and may also apply to become a MSU Extension Master Gardener Volunteer if desired.
Students who participated in Foundations of Gardening in the Spring of 2023 shared positive feedback about their experience:
Foundations of Gardening is scheduled to run September 3 through November 19, 2024. Topics covered by the course include plant science, soils, common pests and diseases, lawn care, trees, shrubs, growing fruits and vegetables, and environmental gardening. The self-paced curriculum focuses on weekly topics with modules that include online activities and videos, as well as live weekly lectures hosted by MSU Extension experts that enhance the learning experience.
Participants who successfully meet course requirements receive a certificate of completion at the end of the program and may also apply to become a MSU Extension Master Gardener Volunteer if desired.
Students who participated in Foundations of Gardening in the Spring of 2023 shared positive feedback about their experience:
- “I thought the course offerings were thorough and informative. I have told many people about this course, and highly recommend it.”
- “This was a great, great course and I'm sad that it is over.”
- “I thought the course was very informative. I was in awe of the knowledge of the instructors and faculty at MSU. Their enthusiasm for the subject was great.”
Cost is $350 per person. For additional information about the program such as course syllabus, technology requirements and registration details, please visit https://www.canr.msu.edu/courses/foundations-of-gardening. The registration deadline for Foundations of Gardening is Tuesday, August 27, 2024.
To learn more:
Scott Turske
586-243-6321
Scott.turske@macombgov.org
