Master Gardener volunteers are committed to at least 50 volunteer hours during the first year. Thirty of the 50 hours are devoted to the office Hort Hot Line. The remaining 20 hours are committed to involvement with Cobb Master Gardener projects and activities. Each year thereafter, to remain a certified Master Gardener, a minimum of 25 volunteer hours must be completed. Eight of these hours will be devoted to the Hort Hot Line and the remainder to the Cobb Master Gardener projects and activities.
Enrollment is limited.
For additional information and to request an application, Cobb residents should speak with the Cobb Master Gardener Coordinator in the Extension office at 770 528-4070. If you do not live in Cobb County, call the Extension Service in your county of residence. There are Extension Services in every county in Georgia. If your county is not on this list, consult the government section of your telephone directory. The Master Gardener Volunteers of Cobb County is a very active organization with monthly meetings, a newsletter - The Cobb Dibbler , and many projects and activities.