Woody Plant Biology with Chris Ingram
Program: This class will cover the basic biological functions of woody trees and shrubs, including how they obtain nutrients, their growth habits, wound response, and related functions. It is…
UC Marin Master Gardeners
July
"A garden is a grand teacher. It teaches patience and careful watchfulness; it teaches industry and thrift; above all, it teaches entire trust."
~Gertrude Jekyll, English horticulturist and garden designer
Celebrate 40 Years with Marin Master Gardeners at the Marin County Fair Join us July 1–5 as we celebrate 40 years of serving Marin County through science-based gardening education.
This year's theme, Stars, Stripes, Stories, highlights the people, plants, and gardens that make Marin bloom. Bring your gardening questions to our Plant Clinic, where Master Gardeners will demonstrate how we diagnose plant problems and recommend practical solutions. Have a plant concern? Ask us!
Applications Are Open for the 2027 Marin Master Gardener Program
Ready to grow your gardening knowledge and give back to the community? Applications are now open for the 2027 UC Marin Master Gardener training program.
Gain research-based horticulture training, connect with fellow gardening enthusiasts, and help Marin residents create healthy, sustainable gardens. Applications are open through August 28 at 6:00 p.m. Learn more and apply today.
How Much Water Does Your Garden Really Need? How much should you water? The answer depends on your plants, soil, weather, and irrigation system. Learn how to determine your garden's water needs, irrigate more efficiently, and encourage deep, resilient roots that thrive through Marin's dry season. Read our guide to take the guesswork out of watering.
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Native Ground Covers
Program: Ground covers serve many functions in the landscape, including suppressing weeds, reducing erosion, replacing lawns, softening hardscapes, and filling in large expanses. Native groundcovers…
Backyard Composting
Program: Composting, the mystery of gardening! Join us and learn how to compost using kitchen and table scraps, dry and moist plant material to create nutrient-rich organic matter. Compost will…
Twenty Great Plants for Marin Gardens
Program: Are you new to gardening, or considering making some changes to your garden this fall? Come learn about 20 plants that do exceptionally well in Marin gardens. One of these perennials and…
Mission Statement
UC Marin Master Gardeners are University of California-trained and certified volunteers who provide research-based knowledge and information on sustainable landscape practices, pest management and home horticulture to gardeners in Marin County.