OSU Extension Medina County Master Gardener Volunteers

06/22/2026

06/21/2026

SPROUTS recently gathered to explore the importance of the pollination process. In addition to planting their garden, recognizing the value of the role various pollinators play and how humans can facilitate this process is vital to successfully supporting a healthy ecosystem and food supply. To reinforce the various pollinators active in our gardens, young learners crafted several paper pollinators of their choosing.

06/13/2026

06/09/2026

These young folks are so excited about working in their garden!!

06/08/2026

On a recent June evening, excited SPROUTS planted a variety of bulbs, seeds and plants in a raised bed at the Medina Community Garden. Under the guidance of Master Gardener Volunteer Leaders, eager gardeners used their knowledge from previous soil and seed lessons to work together to lay out and plant three themed gardens. Young gardeners added a healthy helping of compost to each of their herb and vegetable plants. Along with their families they will water and tend the garden through out the growing season. Excited gardeners would agree that summer growing is officially on its way!

05/21/2026

Following months of extensive planning, the Ella Canavan pollinator garden 🪴 is approaching completion. Second-grade students and their instructors worked in conjunction with Master Gardener Volunteers to enhance their courtyard gardens. The planting of the pollinator garden was the culmination of a comprehensive study of bees, pollinators, beneficial insects, worms, vermicomposting, healthy ecosystems, habitats, seeds, and winter sowing. On a sunny day in May, student gardeners convened to create the pollinator garden by planting and watering an assortment of native plants, perennials, and zinnia seeds, which will attract and continue to support the local ecosystem. For information on classroom or homeschool lessons related to pollinators, contact the OSU Medina County Extension Office at 330-725-4911.

05/20/2026

Congratulations to Jan Simmons for being recognized as Volunteer of the Year at Medina City Schools.

Each year, Medina City Schools recognizes the incredible volunteers who make a difference in students’ lives. This year, Jan Simmons, Master Gardener from the OSU Extension, was recognized as one of the district’s Volunteers of the Year.

Through her work with second-grade students at Ella Canavan and across the district, Mrs. Simmons has inspired a love of gardening, learning, and nature in countless students. Medina City Schools is grateful for her dedication and the positive impact she continues to make throughout the district. MedinaSup Medina City Schools Foundation Ella Canavan Elementary PTO

05/04/2026

Weekday preschoolers have taken part in a Habitats module, led by MasterGardener Volunteers. The module covered topics such as water and woodlands, desserts, and farms. Upon completion of the presentation, the young learners chose an animal or insect and created a drawing of its habitat, illustrating its living environment, food sources, and breeding grounds.
More information about in-school programs available through the Growing Minds programs for grades K-5 , contact OSU Extension Office , 330-725-4911

05/02/2026

Informative class on Thursday evening - don't wait to signup!

Join the Medina County OSU Master Gardener Volunteers for No Plan? No Problem! A Crash Course in Starting a Garden Fast. This event will take place on Thursday, May 7th from 6-7:30PM at the Medina County Extension office. The cost of the event is $10 per person, and payment is due by May 4th.

05/02/2026

SPROUTS is a special interest program offered through Medina 4-H, designed to introduce young people to gardening. In our recent meeting young SPROUTS learned about the layers of soil then completed a fun activity labeling the layers. Interested gardeners age 6-12 can sign up by call OSU Medina Co Extension 330-725-4911