Programs
MASTER GARDENER PROGRAMS
Educational outreach and Horticultural Therapy Programs:
- Community Gardening ~ the Community Gardens project was started in 2012. We have started a mentor program, providing mentors for local citizens who have established gardens in their neighborhoods.
- Regina Health Center ~ Regina Health Center Volunteer program provides support and education to the residents at the Regina Health Center in Richfield. Our volunteers work closely with the residents
- Youth Gardening Programs ~ The Summit County Master Gardener Volunteers have several youth gardening projects.
Horticulture Programs for the general public:
Horticulture Services for the general public:
September 2025 Summit County Master Gardener volunteers participate in numerous activities throughout our community. We will showcase some of our outreach efforts over the coming weeks.
Little Sprouts Program:
Another wonderful program by Summit County Master Gardeners is the Little Sprouts Program.
The Little Sprouts program is comprised of 20 boys and girls ages 5-9. The group meets monthly after school and during summer vacation at the Stow-Munroe Public Library, 3512 Darrow Road, Stow Ohio.
The program is designed to supplement school programs in a fun, casual way. The children learn the wonder of watching seeds germinate and grow, count the rings on a tree, learn where animals go in winter and watch bees and butterflies gathering pollen.
The library has donated a small garden space where the children have planted native and pollinator plants, and annual flowers around a mosaic bird bath. Scattered throughout the garden are colorful rocks painted by the children.
A typical program includes stories, lessons, nature walks and a topical project to take home. The last session is a “Harvest Fest” with discussion on “Eating the Rainbow” with vegetables and dip for a snack.
Future plans include the possible addition of another library site.
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Garden Questions?
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(234) 226-6639 or email us