CMGA General Info

Apple blossoms. Photo by Cynthia Murray.

Welcome to the Coconino County Master Gardeners Association

The Coconino Master Gardener Association began in 2009 to create a corps of well-informed volunteers, and to deliver quality horticultural education programs adapted to our regional high elevation environment. The association provides support for Master Gardener graduates and volunteers as well as continuing education and opportunities to participate in community programs that increase the visibility and participation in the Master Gardener Program.


Monthly meetings are held on the 2nd Thursday from 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church
1601 N. San Francisco St. in Flagstaff, Arizona.

On this page you will find:
- How to become a member Membership form
- How to report volunteer and education hours Report your hours
- Upcoming events calendar
- Gardening columns and articles
- Links to other useful websites and resources
- Master Gardener Association documents and forms

Change in Contact Information

Make sure you are receiving the regular emails from Master Gardeners, which are filled with reminders about upcoming events and useful gardening information.Click here to update your contact information!

Event Calendar

Monday, July 31, 2023

Native Plant Society Social Meeting

 

 From Susan Holiday:

There is a social meeting Friday, Aug. 11 from 4 - 6 PM at the Museum of Northern Arizona.

There will be a native seed swap, native plant swap, botany book swap and pot luck. It will be on the research center side of the museum.  For directions, see the attached flyer.

Link to flyer

Tuesday, July 11, 2023

Monday, July 10, 2023

Mushroom and Fungi Workshop - Wait List Only

 


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Mushroom and Fungi Workshop - Wait List Only
 

Our Mushroom and Fungi workshop with Mike Dechter on July 29th, is full. This presentation* will be for those with incidental knowledge and curiosity about fungi. Mike will present on some fungi 101 - what are fungi and why are they important? He will also discuss basic mushroom anatomy, and identification of wild mushrooms. The last part of the presentation focuses on our Arizona Fab 4 Fungi - 4 easy to ID, edible wild mushrooms that grow here in northern Arizona. To get on the waitlist visit our website

* This is an indoor presentation

Worm Composting

 


Worm Composting 

Join Willow Bend and the City of Flagstaff Sustainability Office for two upcoming worm composting workshops!
July 25th 5:30-6:30PM at the Willow Bend Center. This workshop will focus on starting your own worm bin at home, trouble shooting a worm bin, what can worms eat etc. Materials, including worms, to start your own worm bin will be provided. Sign-up required. 
July 27th 10-11AM at the Bonito Community Graden. This is a family focused program with hands on activities, games and songs to help kids learn about the wonders of worms. More information and sign up on our website

Events and materials are free and provided through the City of Flagstaff Sustainability Office. 
Space is limited and sign-up is required.

CMGA Monthly Meeting


Coconino Master Gardener Meeting Agenda

Shepherd of the Hills/Benson Hall

1601 N San Francisco St., Flagstaff, AZ 86001

Thursday, July 13, 2023

6:15-6:30pm        Social Time/Newcomers Welcome/Sign In

6:30-6:35pm       Welcome -Frank Branham

6:35-7:40pm       Introduction of Speaker—Laura Davis and Phyllis Hogan/Michael Moore Garden at MNA.  Questions from Audience

7:40-7:55pm      Refreshments, Social, Raffle, & Raffle Drawing

7:55-8:25pm      Business Meeting

MG Coordinator - Hattie Braun is out of town with Cheryl Blume, Marilyn Canteloupe and Mary Gaseau for an Extension Meeting and Garden Tour.

President --Frank Branham

·         Volunteer program is not working.  Keep your own hours for a later fix.

·         September Appreciation Luncheon at Violas.

·         Garden Tours/Nine Gardens

·         Christmas Party at Benson Hall?

Treasurer’s Report – Andrea Guerrette

                                Balance 6/1/2023                   $6853.09

                                Debits                                      $274.51

                                Credits                                     $351.00

Balance 6/31/2023                 $6929.58