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Master Gardener Professional #925962

Asked March 13, 2026, 10:56 AM EDT

How might I find a Professional/Master Gardener for hire who could work with me on new native and perennial plantings for my lawn? I live in Plymouth. Although the UM website mentions this- the page it directed me to did not have any listing. Thanks for any connections you can help me with. Chris Chiles

Hennepin County Minnesota

Expert Response

Thank you for writing. The Master Gardeners program is primarily educational with the exception of assisting with community and school gardens. 
I suggest that you check for ads with your neighborhood print and online newspapers such as, https://patch.com/minnesota/plymouth-mn
MetroBlooms has wonderful inexpensive courses for home owners and a list of affordable people. metroblooms.org 

Have fun
Steve Miles, Master Gardener, Hennepin County MN (I am a human being, not a bot nor AI). I am an avid gardener but am not a degreed or certified horticulturist or arborist. I am happy to receive follow-up questions if my responses are incomplete or unclear.  This is the University of MN' garden soil testing service.  https://soiltest.cfans.umn.edu/testing-services/lawn-garden This is guidance on how to find a tree expert.  https://extension.umn.edu/planting-and-growing-guides/how-hire-tree-care-professional The Minnesota Landscape Arboretum is a wonderful place to see and learn about plants that grow in Minnesota. https://mngardens.horticulture.umn.edu/minnesota-landscape-arboretum Replied March 13, 2026, 1:25 PM EDT
I forgot to mention.  The peak season is mid-April to June. Line up your gardening assistance now or wait until the heat of the summer is passed in late August.
Steve Miles, Master Gardener, Hennepin County MN (I am a human being, not a bot nor AI). I am an avid gardener but am not a degreed or certified horticulturist or arborist. I am happy to receive follow-up questions if my responses are incomplete or unclear.  This is the University of MN' garden soil testing service.  https://soiltest.cfans.umn.edu/testing-services/lawn-garden This is guidance on how to find a tree expert.  https://extension.umn.edu/planting-and-growing-guides/how-hire-tree-care-professional The Minnesota Landscape Arboretum is a wonderful place to see and learn about plants that grow in Minnesota. https://mngardens.horticulture.umn.edu/minnesota-landscape-arboretum Replied March 13, 2026, 3:39 PM EDT

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