Welcome to UC Master Gardeners of Santa Barbara County
As part of the University of California's Agriculture and Natural Resources division, we serve our community by sharing research-based knowledge and sustainable gardening practices. Our dedicated volunteers work to empower Santa Barbara County residents with the skills and expertise needed to grow food, tend gardens, and protect California's precious natural resources. We understand that every garden and gardener is unique. That's why we customize our outreach and education to embrace Santa Barbara County's distinctive landscapes and diverse communities. Whether you are a first time gardener or a seasoned green thumb, we're here to help your garden thrive. Join us in cultivating a more sustainable, beautiful, and bountiful Santa Barbara County.
Have Garden Questions?
We're here to help with your home gardening questions!
https://ucanr.edu/county-office/santa-barbara-county/home-gardening-helpline
Email us at anrmgsb@ucanr.edu
Or, call us at 805-893-3485 for any inquiries.
Events
Ready to improve your gardening skills? Join us for hands on workshops throughout the year, covering topics from mastering tomato growing to creating water-wise landscapes. We have an event for you.
Here are the events for UC Master Gardeners of Santa Barbara County
Here are the events for UC Master Gardeners of Santa Barbara County
We Make A Difference
Download our 2021 Santa Barbara County one-pager or our 2021/2022 Impact Report to see how we make a difference in California communities.
Our 2023 Graduating Class of Santa Barbara County Master Gardeners.
Testimonials
What people say...
About Soil Preparation @ SB Library Spring 2024:
- "All this is new to me so I gained some confidence." - Anonymous
- "It was great! I appreciate the actual MGs being there to answer specific questions." - Anonymous
About Monarchs & Milkweed Fall 2023:
- "Excellent teacher. So interesting. I'm a very experienced gardener yet relatively new to natives and want to focus on Monarchs and other pollinators/butterflies." - Anonymous
About Victory Vegetable Gardening Fall 2023:
- "Great info on pests, weeds, tools. All really helpful and organized." - Anonymous
Watch Us Work
In January 2024, UC Master Gardeners doled out free "Advice to Grow By," seeds, and cuttings at the 16th Annual Santa Barbara Community Seed Swap. These were twins from Ventura who wanted information on plants that would thrive in very sandy soil and windy environments. They left with lots of information and encouragement to plant natives!
The UC Master Gardener Program is sponsored by the University of California Cooperative Extension, a division of UC Agriculture and Natural Resources.
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