Washinton State University Extension Green School 2025-2026
Enrollment options
Unlock your gardening potential with the WSU Extension Master Gardener Green School! This comprehensive online course is designed for anyone passionate about gardening in the Pacific Northwest, whether you're a beginner or an experienced gardener. Delve into the core tenets of botany, including soil science and entomology, and gain the skills to create the garden of your dreams while preserving our state's natural beauty.
Over 20 weeks, explore 26 fascinating topics, such as plant identification, integrated pest management, and climate-conscious gardening. Learn from WSU experts through self-paced online modules, engaging activities, and optional live review sessions via Zoom.
Course Objectives:
Important Dates and Information:
Registration: August 15 - September 30.
Online Classes Begin: October 5.
Live Review Sessions: Weekly, with options for both daytime and evening attendance (recordings available).
Final Exam: Opens February 15, open-book, open-note, with research encouraged.
Course Access: You'll have access to all classes and course recordings for one full year.
Textbook: PNW Gardeners Handbook: Growing for the Future (included in course fees).
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Washington Gardener Certificate (No Volunteer Requirement): $550
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WSU Extension Master Gardener Volunteer (Intern Training): $275
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WSU Employees: $275
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WSU Extension Master Gardener Volunteer Scholarship Recipient: $125
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WSU Extension Master Gardener Volunteer (Continuing Education for current Certified Volunteers): $125
Over 20 weeks, explore 26 fascinating topics, such as plant identification, integrated pest management, and climate-conscious gardening. Learn from WSU experts through self-paced online modules, engaging activities, and optional live review sessions via Zoom.
Course Objectives:
- Master key concepts in botany, soil science, and pest management.
- Learn to identify plants, diagnose plant problems, and implement sustainable gardening practices.
- Connect with a community of passionate gardeners.
- Become a certified WSU Extension Master Gardener volunteer and give back to your community (optional).
Important Dates and Information:
Registration: August 15 - September 30.
Online Classes Begin: October 5.
Live Review Sessions: Weekly, with options for both daytime and evening attendance (recordings available).
Final Exam: Opens February 15, open-book, open-note, with research encouraged.
Course Access: You'll have access to all classes and course recordings for one full year.
Textbook: PNW Gardeners Handbook: Growing for the Future (included in course fees).
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I'll add the four (all except the master gardener certified volunteer option) registration/payment buttons here. Realized that if I add them now, they will be live and that some may see them through the Catalog before you are ready to have them enroll. So....let's do that part later.
Washington Gardener Certificate (No Volunteer Requirement): $550
*
WSU Extension Master Gardener Volunteer (Intern Training): $275
*
WSU Employees: $275
*
WSU Extension Master Gardener Volunteer Scholarship Recipient: $125
*
WSU Extension Master Gardener Volunteer (Continuing Education for current Certified Volunteers): $125
- Instructor: Bryce Battisti
- Instructor: Bridget Gregg
- Instructor: Tessa Halloran
- Instructor: Erika Johnson
- Instructor: Tim Kohlhauff
- Instructor: Jennifer Marquis