Welcome to the Connecticut Master Gardener Association

CMGA is the alumni association for graduates of any Master Gardener program, providing opportunities to share our knowledge and love of gardening with others. Through sponsorship of events and leadership of volunteer projects throughout the state, CMGA members are helping to educate and beautify our communities. 

upcoming cMGA Events

2025 fundraising campaign-click here to donate

spring Laurel published

2025 Membership Campaign is open

Visit the CMGA Events website page to view details for upcoming activities



june 26 cmga member - uconn botanical conservatory register here

july 16 cmga member - florence griswold museum house & garden tour register here

july 26 semi-annual meeting - peter picone, practical ways to improve your backyard for wildlife

august 12 lockwood farm tour

august 16 hidden gem orchard tour

november 15 Annual meeting - Catherine Wolko, protecting our pollinators & Butterflies


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We had a fantastic tour at the Bethel Extension office. Thankfully, the rain held off for the most part, allowing Sandi Wilson to share her deep knowledge and contagious enthusiasm for trees with the group. It was an engaging experience, and everyone
It’s time for Nursery Day at McCue Gardens! Join us again this year at McCue Gardens, an amazing wholesale nursery in historic Old Wethersfield. with an excellent selection of perennials and natives plants from which to choose. A percentage of
Support CT Master Gardeners & Interns by Contributing to the Inaugural CMGA Fundraising Drive - The Connecticut Master Gardener Association’s primary mission is to support the UConn Master Gardener program. WE WANT TO DO MORE AND YOU CAN H
What a fantastic morning for the TSV Walk at Sherwood Island in May 2025. Lifetime member Michele Sorenson generously shared her vast knowledge of native plants, cultivars, invasives, and plant ID apps with about 20 interns. She made sure everyone c
A Memorable Day at the Bellamy-Ferriday House & Garden – May 29, 2025. What a remarkable experience! Our group enjoyed a captivating tour of the Bellamy-Ferriday House, led by a knowledgeable and passionate guide who brought history to life
There is still time to submit your CMGA grant application. Awards may be made to a maximum of $500, and decisions will be made in Mid-June. Visit the CMGA website and to submit your application online: https://ctmga.org/general-grant-information.
What a great CMGA members event! Ballelk’s Garden Nursery presentation & workshop - Moss Baskets & Containers. Congratulations to Nancy Ballek McKinnon and her terrific team offering such a memorable and fun workshop. Not a member yet?
Join us for the CT Audubon Society Virtual Presentation Attracting Birds & Pollinators on Wednesday, April 16, 2025 - 7:00 - 8:00 PM. Special guest speakers Joyce Leiz, Executive Director of the CT Audubon Society and Board Member and author of
Please join us for our 2025 member event as owner, Nancy Ballek McKinnon, presents a demonstration and workshop on creating moss baskets and small containers. Registration is now open on our website. https://ctmga.org/cmga-events . Not a member yet?
2025 CMGA annual garden Symposium - Registration is Now Open! Join us on March 8th for the Virtual Symposium "Gardening for Good - Freedom To Design". We have four exciting speakers lined up: Debra Prinzing, Todd Bittner, Debra Kaye, Etha
2025 CMGA Annual Virtual Garden Symposium on March 8th - "Gardening for Good - Freedom To Design". Join our speaker Debra Kaye - Dahlias in the Northeast. The Symposium will be recorded and you will be able to access for one week. You must
2025 CMGA Annual Virtual Garden Symposium on March 8th - "Gardening for Good - Freedom To Design". Join our speaker Todd Bittner, Director, Natural Areas, Cornell University's Botanical Gardens, Arboretum, and Natural Areas. Todd is a plan