Asian Vegetables & Herbs, & Their Versatile Uses
Master Gardeners Lanoy & Josefa
Have you been curious about what Asian vegetables do well in the Valley? Or how they are prepared and used depending on where you're from? Come and join…
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Come join us Sunday June 14, 2026 at Gazebo Gardens
10:30-12 noon
Gazebo Gardens & the Fresno County Master Gardeners Present:
Free mini-classes by Fresno County Master Gardeners
10:30: Becoming a Master Gardener
10:40: Tips for growing Succulents
11:10: Creating Compost
11:40-Noon: Preserving Fruit—Drying and Freezing
This is Food Truck Sunday at Gazebo Gardens from 10:00-1:00
There will also be an information table staffed by Fresno County Master Gardeners available to answer your gardening questions.
This is our last Sunday offering of mini-classes until September.
Have a good and fruitful summer.
Fresnoland interview with Master Gardener Gerry Handford
‘Why would you want to prune tomatoes?’ A Master Gardener answers all your tomato season questions
In our first edition of “Ask a Master Gardener,” Gerry Hanford answers why you probably don’t need to prune your tomato plants, and why curly citrus leaves aren’t as bad as they look.
Upcoming Free Community Ed Classes
May- July 2026 Classes
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Interested in Becoming a Master Gardener? Apply now!
- Our next training class begins January 2027.
- Applications are open - May 1, 2026-July 31, 2026.
Check out this article in Kings River Life Magazine about becoming a Master Gardener.
Have questions? contact us here.
Monthly Children's Library Activities
Join Master Gardeners of Fresno County for a FREE and fun, hands-on gardening activity perfect for preschool and elementary-aged children!
Each month, we explore exciting gardening topics through a short lesson,
engaging books, and creative crafts. The Children’s Library Lessons are from 3:30 to 4:30 pm.
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June Library Classes for Kids
The Garden at Night
This months topic is “The Night Garden”. Join us as we explore our gardens at night. Learn how plants and animals adapt to darkness and discover hidden helpers like bats, natures night time gardeners. Then we’ll get creative with a special bat-inspired craft! Come ready to learn, create, and discover the magic of the night garden.
June 3 - Sunnyside Library
June 4 - Woodward Park Library
June 16 - Betty Rodriguez Library
June 25 - Fig Garden Library
Helpful Monthly Gardening Information
- Elinor Teague writes articles monthly for the Fresno Master Gardener website. Click here to read her article. Catch her on KYNO 940 AM for the "Master Gardener Minute" on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday at 7:40am, 1:40pm, and 5:40pm.
- MG Terry L. writes articles weekly for the Fresno Master Gardener website. Click here to find out more about the Garden Checklist for each week.
- MG Debbie writes Rosie's Corner a monthly column all about roses.
For information about seasonal pests see the UCANR Seasonal IPM checklist.
Garden of the Sun
The Garden of the Sun demonstration garden is located at:
1750 N Winery Ave
Fresno, CA 93703
Find more information about the garden here
Fresno Gardening Green Blog
Gardener's Companion
Are you looking for a gift for your favorite gardener? Wondering what to give? The Gardener's Companion for the Central San Joaquin Valley makes a wonderful gift for yourself and your gardening friends. There are great sections on what to plant each month, California natives and vegetable gardening.
Read weekly tips from this book This week in the Garden
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Soil Testing
Master Gardeners do not do soil testing. If you are interested in having your soil tested here is a list of resources. Soil Testing Laboratories in Fresno, Madera, Merced, and Stanislaus Counties "No endorsement of this product/company is intended, nor is criticism implied of similar products/companies that are not included."
City of Fresno Water Conservation Program
Lawn to Garden Expanded rebate program- find out more about converting your lawn to a waterwise garden and rebates available.
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Free Mini Classes at Gazebo Gardens by Master Gardeners
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House Plants for the Innocent, the Eager, and the Doomed!
Do you feel like you have two purple thumbs? Has a favorite house plant suddenly developed teeny little disgusting white things on the stems? Do you find yourself lingering wistfully in the house…
Wildlife Garden: Creating a haven in your own backyard
Wildlife Garden: Creating a haven in your own backyard
Master Gardener Alexis
In this inspiring and practical class, you’ll learn how to design a garden that supports birds, butterflies, bees, and…
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"To extend research-based knowledge and information on home horticulture, pest management, and sustainable landscape practices to the residents of California."