Program Overview

University of Delaware College of Agriculture & Natural Resources

The University of Delaware's College of Agriculture & Natural Resources offers a variety of programs and services to support the community.

Cooperative Extension

The Cooperative Extension provides research-based information and education to the public. The extension offers various programs, including:

• Ask Extension
• Health & Well-being
  • Families and Relationships
  • Financial Health
    • Personal Financial Management Initiatives
  • Insurance and Healthcare
  • Mental Well-Being
    • Mindfulness
    • Mental Wellness & Prevention (ROTA)
    • Ag-We've Got Your Back
  • Nutrition
  • Recipes
  • Physical Activity
  • Food Safety
  • Community Health
  • Request a Program
• Agricultural Programs
  • Agribusiness
    • Farm Succession and Estate Planning
    • Building Farm and Farm Family Resilience
    • Legal Resources for the Delaware Agriculture Community
    • Farm Business Management
  • Animal Science
  • Beginning Farmer Program
  • Commercial Crops
    • Commercial Vegetable Crops
    • Commercial Field Crops
    • Pest and Disease Database
  • Commericial Horticulture
    • Sustainable Landscapes
  • Delaware Soil Testing Program
  • Disease Management
  • Farm Vitality and Health Project
  • Irrigation
    • Irrigated Corn Research Project
    • Soybean Irrigation Response Study
    • Irrigated Lima Bean Yield & Quality
    • Subsurface Drip Irrigation
    • Irrigation Research Projects and Studies
  • Nutrient Management
  • Insect Pest Management
    • Insect Trapping Program
    • IPM Hot Topics
    • Commercial Field Crop Insect Management
    • Commercial Field Crop Disease Management
    • Commercial Fruit & Vegetable Crop Pest Management
    • EIPM Implementation Projects
    • Pollinators
    • Research and Extension Demonstration Results
    • Brown Marmorated Stink Bug (BMSB) Management, Research, and Resources
    • Publications
  • Pesticide Safety Education Program
    • Applicators and Educators
  • UD Plant Diagnostic Clinic
  • Variety Trials
  • Weed Science
  • Certified Crop Advisor Program
  • Poultry Biosecurity
• 4-H
  • About Us
    • Join 4-H
    • 4-H News
    • Delaware 4-H Staff Directory
    • New Castle County 4-H
    • Kent County 4-H
    • Sussex County 4-H
    • 4-H Alumni
    • Delaware 4-H Foundation
  • Project Information
    • Animal Science
    • Embryology
    • Shooting Sports
    • Civil Engagement and Leadership
    • Volunteering
  • Club Management
  • 4-H Afterschool
  • Delaware Military 4-H
  • 4-H Curriculum
    • Healthy Living Curriculum
    • Resources for Teachers
    • The STEAM Team!
  • Camps
  • Leadership Opportunities
  • Contests
  • 4-H by County
  • Become a 4-H Volunteer
  • Scholarships & Awards
  • Delaware State Fair
  • Mental Wellness and Prevention
• Horticulture
  • Climate Variability and Change
  • Delaware Soil Testing Program
    • General Information on what, how, why and where soil is tested
    • Soil Testing Program Forms
    • Nutrient Recommendations
  • Forestry
  • Lawn and Garden
    • New to Delaware
    • Grow Your Own Food
    • Backyard Composting
    • A Day in the Garden
    • Community Associations and Residents
  • Master Gardeners
    • Become a Master Gardener
    • Garden Workshops
    • Gardener Helplines
    • Garden Smart, Garden Easy
    • Junior Gardener Program
    • Kent County Scholarships
    • Garden Advice Program
    • Demonstration Gardens
  • Master Naturalist Program
  • Nutrient Management
    • Nutrient Management Certification
    • Continuing Education for Nutrient Management
    • Nutrient Management Planning Resources
    • Commercial Nutrient Handler Resources
    • Poultry Litter and Manure Management
    • Turf Management
    • Agriculture Notebook
    • Horticulture Handbook
    • Agriculture & Horticulture Handbooks
    • Crop Production
    • Soil Fertility
  • Delaware Climate Change Coordination Initiative (DECCCI)
  • Salt Impacted Agricultural Lands

Garden Advice Program

The Garden Advice Program offers garden advice at home to New Castle County homeowners from April through October. Since 2005, Master Gardeners have provided advice to hundreds of New Castle County homeowners to meet their landscape and garden challenges. This seasonal service is offered by experienced, trained Master Gardener volunteers who address homeowners' questions and problems ranging from establishing a vegetable garden, renovating lawns, refurbishing and enhancing landscapes, and using sustainable horticulture practices to support pollinators and birds, minimize maintenance, and select appropriate plants. Clients learn how their gardening practices can connect their landscapes to the ecosystem in which they live.

Testimonials

Homeowners have praised the Garden Advice Program, stating:

• "Time and care spent on reviewing each bed. Very precise, helpful suggestions on what to plant, what to delete."
• "Helped me understand what I had and develop a maintenance plan going forward."
• "All of my questions were answered and they were patient with my lack of knowledge. The time spent was also great!"
• "Just having an expert really listen to me, offer suggestions and advice was so helpful, fun and educational."

Program Details

The Garden Advice Program is a fee-based service, with a $100 fee for the visit. A Master Gardener will contact the homeowner in approximately 10 business days to schedule the site visit. The University of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity Institution and Provider.