Master Gardeners of Hamilton County

2024 Master Gardener Training Program
2024-01-05 23:59 (America/New_York)
Applications for the 2024 Master Gardener Class are open!Register by: January 5, 2024

Who: Anyone with an interest in gardening and teachingDates: February 6 – May 7, 2024Time: Tuesdays from 10 am – 12 pmWhere: UT Hamilton County Extension Center (6183 Adamson Circle)Cost: $200; $300 for couples sharing materials

Anyone can become a Master Gardener! Join us!

The Master Gardener certification program requires 40 hours of education, 40 volunteer hours, and 8 CEUs (Continuing Education Units). Classes will be held in a hybrid format. This means that participants will be expected to watch lectures online from home anytime before class each week. Then, the in-person lab on Tuesday mornings will provide hands-on learning to supplement subject matter learned online.

Applications are due by January 5, 2024. Classes fill up quickly so apply soon if you’re interested! Accepted applicants will be contacted to complete their enrollment and pay tuition.

Learn more about the Master Gardener Program and access the application HERE.

3rd Saturday Class: Growing a Future for Monarch Butterflies
2024-02-17 10:00 - 12:00 | UT-TSU Extension Hamilton County / Bonny Oaks Arboretum, 6183 Adamson Circle, Chattanooga, Tennessee, 37416, United States
Join Master Gardener Kym Martin and learn how you can turn a patch of your garden, a back porch, or even an apartment balcony into a habitat for monarchs to provide food and shelter throughout their life cycle. No effort is too small to have a positive impact on these magical creatures!

Classes are held in person at the UT/TSU Hamilton County Extension Center (6183 Adamson Circle, off Bonny Oaks Drive in Chattanooga) or online via Zoom.

To attend this class in person, register on SignUp HERE.

To attend this class online, register for Zoom HERE.

If you miss the class, you can view it later on our Facebook page or visit our YouTube channel for more 3rd Saturday Classes and other educational presentations.

3rd Saturday Class: Basic Landscape & Garden Design
2024-03-16 10:00 - 12:00 | UT/TSU Hamilton County Extension Center, 6183 Adamson Circle, Chattanooga, Tennessee, 37416, United States
Master Gardeners Jennifer Dornbush and Skeeter Gallagher collaborate for a joint presentation on Creating a Landscape Design and Planning a Vegetable Garden. Whether you’re planning new home landscaping, refreshing an established yard, or getting ready to plant a vegetable garden, this class will give you the practical tools to make your ideas become a reality.

Classes are held in person at the UT/TSU Hamilton County Extension Center (6183 Adamson Circle, off Bonny Oaks Drive in Chattanooga) or online via Zoom.

To attend this class in person, register on SignUp HERE.

If you miss the class, you can view it later on our Facebook page or visit our YouTube channel for more 3rd Saturday Classes and other educational presentations.

2024 Master Your Garden Expo
2024-04-13 10:00 - 18:00 | Camp Jordan Arena, 323 Camp Jordan Pkwy, East Ridge, Tennessee, 37412, United States
The Master Your Garden Expo is returning to Camp Jordan Saturday & Sunday, April 13th & 14th! Focusing on gardening and the outdoors, MGHC’s Expo brings together a wide-ranging array of exhibits, demonstrations, educational activities, and vendors of interest to experienced gardeners, gardening enthusiasts, and children. More Information

Number of Tickets
One $10.90 USD
Two $21.80 USD
Three $32.70 USD
Four $43.60 USD

2024 Master Your Garden Expo
2024-04-14 10:00 - 16:00 | Camp Jordan Arena, 323 Camp Jordan Parkway, East Ridge, Tennessee, 37412, United States

3rd Saturday Class: Supporting Bats & Bluebirds in Our Yards
2024-05-18 10:00 - 12:00 | UT Extension Office, 6183 Adamson Cir, Chattanooga, Tennessee, 37419, United States
This month’s class focuses on the importance of wildlife as an essential part of our local ecosystem. Master Gardener Laurie Dworak will talk about why bats are beneficial, how they have been harmed in the past, and how to help them thrive in our area. Master Gardener Diane Shelly will show how supporting bluebirds and other cavity nesting birds through nestboxes in our backyards and trails around our area is important for sustaining their populations, as well as enjoying their company in our gardens.

Classes are held in person at the UT/TSU Hamilton County Extension Center (6183 Adamson Circle, off Bonny Oaks Drive in Chattanooga).

To attend this class in person, register on SignUp HERE.

If you miss the class, you can view it later on our Facebook page or visit our YouTube channel for more 3rd Saturday Classes and other educational presentations.

3rd Saturday Class: Managing Water Through Drip Irrigation & Rain Gardens
2024-06-15 10:00 - 12:00 | UT-TSU Hamilton County Extension, 6183 Adamson Circle, Chattanooga, Tennessee, 37416, United States
Our area experiences periods of extremely wet weather as well as long dry spells in summer. Learn how to manage both these conditions in this month’s class. Master Gardener Jennifer Dornbush will talk about the benefits of drip irrigation for keeping garden beds efficiently watered. Master Gardener Bruce Keown will speak about the benefits of rain gardens for managing backyard water runoff.

Drip Irrigation photo by Master Gardener Jennifer Dornbush.

Aquarium photo by Master Gardener Mike Payne.

Classes are held in person at the UT/TSU Hamilton County Extension Center (6183 Adamson Circle, off Bonny Oaks Drive in Chattanooga).

To attend this class in person, register on SignUp HERE

If you miss the class, you can view it later on our Facebook page or visit our YouTube channel for more 3rd Saturday Classes and other educational presentations.

37th Annual Garden Tour
2024-06-22 10:00 - 17:00
The Master Gardeners of Hamilton County are pleased to present our 37th Annual Garden Tour! This year we have chosen eight unique gardens in the Red Bank, Hixson, and Soddy Daisy areas. Four gardens display the creativity and varied interests of current Master Gardeners; while the other four feature inspired landscapes created by long-time gardening enthusiasts. Highlights of this year’s tour include: a garden with over 250 daylily varieties; a landscaped area where palm and eucalyptus trees grow alongside colorful flower beds and other unique plantings; a loofah gourd patch; a shady stump garden with many varieties of ferns along rock paths; an Asian-inspired garden with Japanese maples; and an outdoor environmental classroom that provides an outstanding learning experience for elementary school students.The tour can be started at any of the gardens, which can be visited in any order. Tours of the gardens are self-guided, so feel free to take your time exploring the properties. Parking is on the street or where designated. We recommend carpooling if possible. As most of these are private homes, we cannot guarantee that all locations are handicapped accessible. We suggest wearing comfortable clothing and appropriate shoes for walking. Home owners and Master Gardeners will be on hand to answer questions. There will also be signs and plant lists for identifying many of the plantings. We hope you enjoy and are inspired by these wonderful outdoor spaces!”

Collins Garden / Photo: Sandee Jenkins

Additional Information About the Tour Gardens

2024 Garden Tour Flyer with Map

NOTE: Online price includes processing fee

Number of Tickets

1 Ticket $21.25 USD

2 Tickets $42.00 USD

3 Tickets $62.75 USD

4 Tickets $83.50 USD

37th Annual Garden Tour
2024-06-23 11:00 - 17:00
The Master Gardeners of Hamilton County are pleased to present our 37th Annual Garden Tour! This year we have chosen eight unique gardens in the Red Bank, Hixson, and Soddy Daisy areas. Four gardens display the creativity and varied interests of current Master Gardeners; while the other four feature inspired landscapes created by long-time gardening enthusiasts. Highlights of this year’s tour include: a garden with over 250 daylily varieties; a landscaped area where palm and eucalyptus trees grow alongside colorful flower beds and other unique plantings; a loofah gourd patch; a shady stump garden with many varieties of ferns along rock paths; an Asian-inspired garden with Japanese maples; and an outdoor environmental classroom that provides an outstanding learning experience for elementary school students.

The tour can be started at any of the gardens, which can be visited in any order. Tours of the gardens are self-guided, so feel free to take your time exploring the properties. Parking is on the street or where designated. We recommend carpooling if possible. As most of these are private homes, we cannot guarantee that all locations are handicapped accessible. We suggest wearing comfortable clothing and appropriate shoes for walking. Home owners and Master Gardeners will be on hand to answer questions. There will also be signs and plant lists for identifying many of the plantings. We hope you enjoy and are inspired by these wonderful outdoor spaces!”

Johnson Garden / Photo: Sandee Jenkins

Additional Information About the Tour Gardens

2024 Garden Tour Flyer with Map

NOTE: Online price includes processing fee

Number of Tickets

1 Ticket $21.25 USD

2 Tickets $42.00 USD

3 Tickets $62.75 USD

4 Tickets $83.50 USD

3rd Saturday Class: Time to Sow Cool-Season Crops
2024-07-20 10:00 - 12:00 | UT-TSU Hamilton County Extension, 6183 Adamson Circle, Chattanooga, Tennessee, 37416, United States
While it may seem counter-intuitive to be planting cool-season crops during these hot July days, this is exactly when it needs to be done in order to harvest yummy produce in late fall and early winter. Many vegetables — beets, broccoli, carrots, radishes, kale and lettuces — are sweeter when grown in cool weather! Master Gardener Diane Shelly will show you what to do step by step from selecting seeds to starting them in the right conditions, to transplanting them in outdoor beds or containers. You’ll even create your own little seedling pack to take home and plant outside when the time is right.

Photo: Carol Goldfarb

Classes are held in person at the UT/TSU Hamilton County Extension Center (6183 Adamson Circle, off Bonny Oaks Drive in Chattanooga).

To attend this class in person, register on SignUp HERE.

Visit our YouTube channel for more 3rd Saturday Classes and other educational gardening presentations.

3rd Saturday Class: Your Garden in the Fall
2024-08-17 10:00 - 12:00 | UT-TSU Hamilton County Extension, 6183 Adamson Circle, Chattanooga, Tennessee, 37416, United States
Taking care of your garden doesn’t end in Fall! For this month’s class, a panel of Master Gardeners will provide helpful instructions about managing your garden in the fall months and field your questions about fall gardening. Topics include:

Planting fall bulbs and dividing perennials

Handling leaves by leaving them on the ground

Layering mulches to prepare beds for spring planting

Protecting the soil over the winter

Credit: Master Gardeners of Hamilton County

Classes are held in person at the UT/TSU Hamilton County Extension Center (6183 Adamson Circle, off Bonny Oaks Drive in Chattanooga).

To attend this class in person, register on SignUp HERE.

Visit our YouTube channel for more 3rd Saturday Classes and other educational gardening presentations.

3rd Saturday Class: All About High Tunnels
2024-09-21 10:00 - 12:00 | UT-TSU Hamilton County Extension, 6183 Adamson Circle, Chattanooga, Tennessee, 37416, United States
High tunnels are used to extend the growing season and can also be helpful in deterring pests. Similar to greenhouses, high tunnels use passive solar radiation for heat making them environmentally friendly and cost-efficient. Master Gardener Kendra Ware will talk about her personal experiences with high tunnels and will explain how to purchase and set them up, as well as discussing additional uses.

Credit: Kendra Ware

Classes are held in person at the UT/TSU Hamilton County Extension Center (6183 Adamson Circle, off Bonny Oaks Drive in Chattanooga).

To attend this class, please register on SignUp HERE

Please visit our YouTube channel for 3rd Saturday Class videos and other gardening-related presentations.

2024 Fall Garden Festival!
2024-09-28 10:00 - 16:00 | UT-TSU Extension Hamilton County / Bonny Oaks Arboretum, 6183 Adamson Circle, Chattanooga, Tennessee, 37416, United States
Cancelled due to weather

Join the fun at the Hamilton County Extension Center & Bonny Oaks Arboretum as the Master Gardeners of Hamilton County celebrate Fall! MGHC’s Fall Garden Festival features vendors with plants (trees, shrubs, perennials), hand-crafted foods, and nature-related items. Plus Master Gardeners presenting demos, exhibits, and fun activities for children. Learn about: Bees, Bluebirds, Composting, Fall Vegetables, Mulching, Native Plants & Pollinators, Rain Barrels, Raised Beds, and Tree Care. Purchase: Rain Barrels, Grow Buckets, and Hand Made Crafts. Also enjoy local food trucks and homemade baked goods for sale. Tickets are $5; Children under 12 are free. Free parking available.

Credit: MGHC

Details & Tickets

3rd Saturday Class: Winter Gardening
2024-10-19 10:00 - 12:00 | UT-TSU Hamilton County Extension, 6183 Adamson Circle, Chattanooga, Tennessee, 37416, United States
Even as the weather cools, gardeners can continue with outside work and preparation for spring planting. To help with planning gardening activities for the months ahead, this class features a panel of Master Gardeners who are ready to share their expertise on winter gardening and plant management. There will be time for questions and discussion about topics of interest to gardeners at this time of year.

Topics:Containers for Winter by Robbie SummerourEdible Weeds by Danielle OwensRight Plant/Right Place by Sarah Kibler

Master Gardeners of Hamilton County

Classes are held in person at the UT/TSU Hamilton County Extension (6183 Adamson Circle, off Bonny Oaks Drive in Chattanooga).

To attend this class, please register on SignUp HERE

Please visit our YouTube channel for 3rd Saturday Class videos and other gardening-related presentations.

3rd Saturday Class: Live Wreaths & Holiday Decorations
2024-11-16 10:00 - 12:00 | UT Extension Office, 6183 Adamson Cir, Chattanooga, Tennessee, 37416, United States
Create your own live holiday wreath or other seasonal decoration using fresh greenery along with berries, pine cones and other natural items from your garden enhanced with ornamental ribbon bows. Master Gardeners will show you how it’s done. Sign up early as space is limited!

Bring a plain grapevine wreath form to work on. Greenery, ribbons and other supplies will be provided by the Master Gardeners.

To attend this class, register on SignUp HERE.

Live Wreath Class

3rd Saturday Class: Sharpen Your Pruning Skills
2025-02-15 10:00 - 11:30 | UT-TSU Hamilton County Extension, 6183 Adamson Circle, Chattanooga, Tennessee, 37416, United States
Due to unforeseen circumstances, this class has been cancelled. We apologize for the inconvenience.

February is a great time to prune many of your trees and shrubs (but not all of them!). Learn basic pruning skills with expert guidance from Master Gardener Dave Bechler. He’ll explain the in’s and out’s, the do’s and don’ts, the why’s and why not’s for maintaining the health of your plants and the curb appeal of your yard. If the weather cooperates, we may go outside for some real life examples (so dress accordingly!).

Pruning Class / Master Gardeners of Hamilton County

Classes are held in person at the UT/TSU Hamilton County Extension (6183 Adamson Circle, off Bonny Oaks Drive in Chattanooga).

To attend this class, please register on SignUp HERE

Please visit MGHC’s YouTube channel for 3rd Saturday Class videos and other gardening-related presentations.

3rd Saturday Class: Plants Discovered by the Lewis & Clark Expedition of 1804-06
2025-03-15 10:00 - 12:00 | UT-TSU Hamilton County Extension, 6183 Adamson Circle, Chattanooga, Tennessee, 37416, United States
The Lewis and Clark Expedition, under the command of Captain Meriwether Lewis and Second Lieutenant William Clark, was commissioned by President Jefferson to explore and map the newly acquired territory in the Louisiana Purchase and to find a practical route across the western half of the continent. A secondary objective was scientific: to study the area’s plants, animal life, and geography. Among their achievements was documenting and preserving over 178 plants new to western science. Master Gardener Carol Davis highlights some of the plants they discovered, where they were found, and how they were used by both Native Americans and the Expedition itself during their journey.

Classes are held in person at the UT/TSU Hamilton County Extension (6183 Adamson Circle, off Bonny Oaks Drive in Chattanooga).

To attend this class, please register on SignUp HERE

Please visit MGHC’s YouTube channel for 3rd Saturday Class videos and other gardening-related presentations.

2025 "Master Your Garden" Expo
2025-04-12 10:00 - 18:00 | Camp Jordan Arena, 323 Camp Jordan Parkway, East Ridge, Tennessee, 37412, United States
MGHC’s “Master Your Garden” Expo returns to Camp Jordan for two days on Saturday & Sunday, April 12th & 13th! Focusing on gardening and the outdoors, MGHC’s Garden Expo brings together a wide-ranging array of gardening exhibits, demonstrations, educational activities, and vendors of interest to experienced gardeners, gardening enthusiasts, and children. More Information

MGHC “Master Your Garden Expo”

MGHC Expo Tickets

1 Ticket $10.90 USD

2 Tickets $21.25 USD

3 Tickets $31.60 USD

4 Tickets $42.00 USD

2025 "Master Your Garden" Expo
2025-04-13 10:00 - 16:00 | Camp Jordan Arena, 323 Camp Jordan Pkwy, East Ridge, Tennessee, 37412, United States
MGHC’s “Master Your Garden” Expo returns to Camp Jordan for two days on Saturday & Sunday, April 12th & 13th! Focusing on gardening and the outdoors, MGHC’s Garden Expo brings together a wide-ranging array of gardening exhibits, demonstrations, educational activities, and vendors of interest to experienced gardeners, gardening enthusiasts, and children. More Information

MGHC “Master Your Garden” Expo

MGHC Expo Tickets

1 Ticket $10.90 USD

2 Tickets $21.25 USD

3 Tickets $31.60 USD

4 Tickets $42.00 USD

3rd Saturday Class: CANCELLED -- Native Plant Walk at East Lake Park
2025-05-17 09:00 | East Lake Park, 3000 E. 34th Street, Chattanooga, Tennessee, 37407, United States
Join us at East Lake Park for a relaxing and informative saunter through a stunning native plant landscape led by Haley Hamblen, Water Quality Specialist and RainSmart Program Manager for the City of Chattanooga. This event offers a unique opportunity to explore the beauty and benefits of native plants, while learning how they can help manage stormwater, reduce urban heat islands, sequester carbon, and support wildlife diversity. You’ll also have the chance to learn about Chattanooga’s RainSmart Rewards Program — a residential native plant reimbursement initiative designed to help homeowners incorporate native plants at home. Whether you’re an environmental enthusiast or just curious about nature, this walk is an excellent way to discover how we can all contribute to a greener, more sustainable city. East Lake Park is handicapped accessible. We encourage participants to wear comfortable shoes and bring their own water.

East Lake Park

To attend this class, please register on SignUp HERE

Please visit MGHC’s YouTube channel for 3rd Saturday Class videos and other gardening-related presentations.

38th Annual Garden Tour
2025-06-14 10:00 - 17:00
The Master Gardeners of Hamilton County are pleased to present our 38th Annual Garden Tour! This year we have chosen six unique locations on Signal Mountain and Hixson. These gardens feature inspired, personalized landscapes created by both long-time gardening enthusiasts and relative newcomers with imaginative approaches. Highlights of this year’s tour include: a garden with many unusual specimen trees and shrubs; another using creative water management design in a compact space; examples of raised bed and container gardening; several with a wide variety of yard art throughout; and a farm devoted to scientifically regenerating soil plus friendly alpacas. Touring these gardens provides the opportunity to experience the unique visions of other gardeners, sparking ideas for your own garden while enjoying a walk through colorful landscapes.

The Tour can be started at any of the gardens, which can be visited in any order. Tours of the gardens are self-guided, so feel free to take your time exploring the properties. Parking is on the street or where designated. As most of these are private homes, we cannot guarantee that all locations are handicapped accessible. We suggest wearing comfortable clothing and appropriate shoes for walking. Home owners and Master Gardeners will be on hand to answer questions. There will also be signs and plant lists for identifying many of the plantings. We hope you enjoy and are inspired by these wonderful outdoor spaces!

Photo: N.W. Williams

2025 Garden Tour Map

NOTE: Online price includes processing fee

Number of Tickets

1 Ticket $21.25 USD

2 Tickets $42.00 USD

3 Tickets $62.75 USD

4 Tickets $83.50 USD

38th Annual Garden Tour
2025-06-15 11:00 - 17:00
The Master Gardeners of Hamilton County are pleased to present our 38th Annual Garden Tour! This year we have chosen six unique locations on Signal Mountain and Hixson. These gardens feature inspired, personalized landscapes created by both long-time gardening enthusiasts and relative newcomers with imaginative approaches. Highlights of this year’s tour include: a garden with many unusual specimen trees and shrubs; another using creative water management design in a compact space; examples of raised bed and container gardening; several with a wide variety of yard art throughout; and a farm devoted to scientifically regenerating soil plus friendly alpacas. Touring these gardens provides the opportunity to experience the unique visions of other gardeners, sparking ideas for your own garden while enjoying a walk through colorful landscapes.

The Tour can be started at any of the gardens, which can be visited in any order. Tours of the gardens are self-guided, so feel free to take your time exploring the properties. Parking is on the street or where designated. As most of these are private homes, we cannot guarantee that all locations are handicapped accessible. We suggest wearing comfortable clothing and appropriate shoes for walking. Home owners and Master Gardeners will be on hand to answer questions. There will also be signs and plant lists for identifying many of the plantings. We hope you enjoy and are inspired by these wonderful outdoor spaces!

N.W. Williams

2025 Garden Tour Map

NOTE: Online price includes processing fee

Number of Tickets

1 Ticket $21.25 USD

2 Tickets $42.00 USD

3 Tickets $62.75 USD

4 Tickets $83.50 USD

3rd Saturday Class: Bees in the Garden
2025-06-21 10:00 - 11:30 | UT-TSU Hamilton County Extension, 6183 Adamson Circle, Chattanooga, Tennessee, 37416, United States
Discover the differences between honey bees and the many other native bees in our gardens with Master Gardener and Master Beekeeper Kendra Ware. Her talk will also cover the specific plants that encourage these different varieties of bees as well as other pollinators. In addition, she will explore the fascinating world of honey bees and explain why they are in danger.

Photo Credit: MGHC

Classes are held in person at the UT/TSU Hamilton County Extension (6183 Adamson Circle, off Bonny Oaks Drive in Chattanooga).

To attend this class, please register on SignUp HERE

Please visit MGHC’s YouTube channel for 3rd Saturday Class videos and other gardening-related presentations.

3rd Saturday Class: Basic Landscape Design
2025-07-19 10:00 - 11:30 | UT Extension Office, 6183 Adamson Cir, Chattanooga, Tennessee, 37419, United States
Have you wanted to create a beautiful landscape but haven’t been sure where to even start? Master Gardener Hannah Lanning will break down the basic principles of designing a beautiful and practical garden. You’ll learn how to create a master plan along with a budget; how to select the right plants for your yard; and what are the general elements of design to think about when creating a garden.

Hannah Lanning

Classes are held in person at the UT/TSU Hamilton County Extension (6183 Adamson Circle, off Bonny Oaks Drive in Chattanooga).

To attend this class, please register on SignUp HERE

Please visit MGHC’s YouTube channel for 3rd Saturday Class videos and other gardening-related presentations.

3rd Saturday Class: Tennessee Smart Yards
2025-08-16 10:00 - 11:30 | UT-TSU Hamilton County Extension, 6183 Adamson Circle, Chattanooga, Tennessee, 37416, United States
Are you a new homeowner? Or just want to give your yard a makeover? Master Gardener Ann Brown will show you how to breathe new life into your landscape through Tennessee Smart Yards, a free, self-paced online program to make your yard environmentally-friendly and bursting with life. With economical resources and simple steps, Tennessee Smart Yards helps both beginning and experienced gardeners create outdoor spaces that are greener, cleaner, and kinder to nature. Together, we can grow landscapes that are beautiful and deeply connected to the life around us!

Classes are held in person at the UT/TSU Hamilton County Extension (6183 Adamson Circle, off Bonny Oaks Drive in Chattanooga).

To attend this class, please register on SignUp HERE

Please visit MGHC’s YouTube channel for 3rd Saturday Class videos and other gardening-related presentations.

3rd Saturday Class: Worm Composting
2025-09-20 10:00 - 12:00 | UT-TSU Hamilton County Extension, 6183 Adamson Circle, Chattanooga, Tennessee, 37416, United States
For millions of years, worms have been hard at work breaking down organic materials and returning nutrients to the soil. Using worms to recycle food scraps and other organic material into a valuable soil amendment is called vermicompost or worm compost. Learn why worms have such an important place in our ecosystem and how our gardens can benefit with Robbie Summerour, Master Gardener and owner of Gospel Urban Farmer. Her presentation includes a live demonstration of the worm composting process from beginning to end. So, roll up your sleeves and be prepared to dive into playing with worms while finding out that raising worms for your garden can be fun and exciting!

Worm Compost / Robbie Summerour

Classes are held in person at the UT/TSU Hamilton County Extension (6183 Adamson Circle, off Bonny Oaks Drive in Chattanooga).

To attend this class, please register on SignUp HERE

Please visit MGHC’s YouTube channel for 3rd Saturday Class videos and other gardening-related presentations.

2025 Fall Garden Festival!
2025-10-11 10:00 - 16:00
Join the fun at the Hamilton County Extension Center & Bonny Oaks Arboretum as the Master Gardeners of Hamilton County celebrate Fall! MGHC’s Fall Garden Festival features vendors with plants (trees, shrubs, perennials), hand-crafted foods, and nature-related items. Plus Master Gardeners presenting demonstrations, exhibits, and fun activities for children. Learn about: Bees, Bluebirds, Composting, Fall Vegetables, Mulching, Native Plants & Pollinators, Rain Barrels, Raised Beds, and Tree Care. Purchase: Rain Barrels, Grow Buckets, and Hand Made Crafts. Also enjoy local food trucks and homemade baked goods for sale. Tickets are $5; Free for children 12 and under. Free parking available.

Credit: MGHC

2025 Fall Festival Map

Tickets

Price includes PayPal FeeShow Receipt at Admission

Number of Tickets

1 Ticket $5.66 USD2 Tickets $11.32 USD3 Tickets $16.98 USD4 Tickets $22.64 USD

RAIN DATE: October 25

3rd Saturday Class: Folklore, Magic & Medicine -- Plants of Appalachia
2025-10-18 10:00 - 12:00 | UT/TSU Hamilton County Extension Center, 6183 Adamson Circle, Chattanooga, Tennessee, 37416, United States
Long before modern pharmacies, people turned to the forest for healing remedies. Appalachia — one of the most biodiverse regions in the United States — has always been rich with plants that provide care and comfort. In this class, Master Gardener Hannah Lanning will explore how certain plants were once considered essential in these folk practices but are now forgotten or considered weeds today.

Classes are held in person at the UT/TSU Hamilton County Extension (6183 Adamson Circle, off Bonny Oaks Drive in Chattanooga).

To attend this class, please register on SignUp HERE

Please visit MGHC’s YouTube channel for 3rd Saturday Class videos and other gardening-related presentations.

3rd Saturday Class: Holiday Decorations with Live Greenery
2025-11-15 10:00 - 12:00 | UT Extension Office, 6183 Adamson Cir, Chattanooga, Tennessee, 37419, United States
Create your own live holiday wreath or other seasonal decoration using fresh greenery along with berries, pine cones and other natural items from your garden enhanced with ornamental ribbons and other enhancements. Master Gardeners will show you how it’s done. Sign up early as space is limited!

Bring a plain grapevine wreath form to work on. Greenery, natural materials, ribbons and other supplies will be provided by the Master Gardeners.

Classes are held in person at the UT/TSU Hamilton County Extension (6183 Adamson Circle, off Bonny Oaks Drive in Chattanooga).

To attend this class, register on SignUp HERE.

Please visit MGHC’s YouTube channel for 3rd Saturday Class videos and other gardening-related presentations.

Live Wreath Class

3rd Saturday Class: The Art of Pruning
2026-02-21 10:00 - 12:00 | UT-TSU Extension Hamilton County / Bonny Oaks Arboretum, 6183 Adamson Circle, Chattanooga, Tennessee, 37416, United States
February is a great time to prune many of your trees and shrubs to keep them healthy and beautiful. This class provides the opportunity to learn basic pruning skills with two experts: Josh Beers and Janzen Velba of Tree Worx Arbor Services. They will explain when and how to properly prune trees to make them stronger and more resistant to damage from storms, decay, and disease while maintaining their attractive benefits in your landscape. Weather permitting, the talk will be followed by a walk around the arboretum to identify trees needing pruning and demonstrating where the cuts should be made.

Classes are held in person at the UT/TSU Hamilton County Extension (6183 Adamson Circle, off Bonny Oaks Drive in Chattanooga).

To attend this class, please register on SignUp HERE

Please visit MGHC’s YouTube channel for 3rd Saturday Class videos and other gardening-related presentations.

Pruning Class / Master Gardeners of Hamilton County
