Gardening Resources for Davis County
Horticulture is the art and science of growing plant material. Whether your interests are in vegetables and fruits, ornamentals, or if you just want to have a greener lawn, USU Extension can help provide useful, research-based information.
Davis County Plant & Pest Diagnostic Clinic
What: Get help diagnosing what disease or insect may be pestering your garden or landscape.
When: Thursdays (April), then Tuesdays & Thursdays starting in May
Where: 80 East 725 South, Kaysville, UT 84037. Room 134
Phone: 435-919-1336
Email: usudavishotline@gmail.com
Note: If you cannot visit our clinic during the scheduled hours above, you may submit questions & pictures (detailed and in focus) via email. Our Master Gardener Volunteers will respond during the days/times listed above. If you have questions from October to April, please contact our horticulture expert directly at cody.zesiger@usu.edu.
Davis County Master Gardener Program
Have you always wanted to learn more about gardening? Do you want to help the community with your gardening knowledge? Now is your chance!
The Master Gardener Program is a comprehensive gardening course that will boost your knowledge in multiple gardening topics and help you develop gardening skills. Classes are taught by USU professors and specialists who have in-depth knowledge and understanding of each topic.
The Davis County Master Gardener class is held once a year and the cost is $235 and includes all reading and lecture materials as well as an individual membership to the USU Botanical Center. Membership to the USUBC provides discounts at several local nurseries, additional classes taught at the USUBC, and access to members-only events and classes.
For questions, contact the Davis County Extension office at (801) 499-5370
Revised: January 15, 2026
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