Gardeners are committed to sharing their expertise and improving their communities through gardening activities. Master Gardening strengthens neighborhood bonds while beautifying the environment and fostering pride in the community.

One of our major projects is staffing the Gary Gerlach Plant Information Center (GPIC). Housed at the Birmingham Botanical Gardens, GPIC is a horticultural information center for visitors at all levels of gardening knowledge. In 2008 Jefferson County Master Gardeners handled about 2000 calls. You can reach the GPIC phones at 205-879-6964 ext. 21 or 22.

Whether you need a Master Gardener’s expertise or are a Master Gardener wanting to volunteer for a worthwhile cause and fulfill service requirements, we invite you to explore our community service activities:

If you'd like to request Master Gardneners' help with your service project, download our printable volunteer request form.

Whether helping out with the Sustainable Landscaping Conference (upper right), growing food for animals at the Birmingham Zoo (above), or planting a new garden at theGlenwood Autism and Behavioral Health Center and the Birmingham Botanical Gardens.