Have a Gardening Question?

Connect with us online, on the phone, and by email!

Right now the quickest way to reach a Master Gardener or Extension professional is with OSU Extension's Ask An Expert service.

Also, you might find an answer in the gardening publications in the Extension catalog or in the other gardening resources pages on the Extension website.

You can also email your photos to [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at 503-623-8395

In the Community

Bring your gardening questions to our roving Master Gardeners at the following locations:

Polk County Master Gardener Association's Plant Sale in May
Local farmer's markets
Polk County Fair in August
The Oregon State Fair
Inspiration Garden workshops (799 F. St. in Independence)

Ask an Expert

Ask an Expert is an online service for you to get answers from the Oregon State University Extension Service. Submit a gardening question online. Answers are typically available in two business days.

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Extension gardening resources

The OSU Extension service has an expansive collection research-based gardening information for all Oregon regions.

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Photo: Lynn Ketchum (Cropped from original)