Mariposa County

Master Gardener Program

UC Master Gardener volunteers are trained by the University of California and dedicated to educating and advising local home gardeners. Mariposa Master Gardeners have contributed over 93,000 hours of community service since 1995!

Our Mission

To extend research-based knowledge and information on home horticulture, pest management, and sustainable landscape practices to the residents of California and be guided by our core values and strategic initiatives.

How Can We Help?

Do you need help with your garden? Have a pest problem? Curious about what will grow well in our region? Contact our Helpline.

Plant-a-Row

The UC Master Gardener Plant-a-Row program in Mariposa County encourages donations of produce from growers and home gardeners to share with our community. Donations directly serve those with limited access to fresh fruits and vegetables.

Drop offs may be made at the Master Gardener Booth at the Farmer's Market between May and October (Wednesdays 4:30-6:30 pm)

Donations may be made year round at:

Manna HouseHeritage House/AllianceSenior Center

5127 Charles St.

Mariposa, CA 95338

209-742-7985

Mon-Fri 10:00-2:00

5200 Highway 49N

Mariposa, CA 95338

Mon-Fri 8:00-4:00

(Mondays esp. good)

5246 Spriggs Lane

Mariposa, CA 95338

209-966-6632

Mon-Fri 8-11, 2-5pm

For large donations or questions, please contact us at 209-966-2417.

Growing Garlic

Garlic is typically planted in fall and harvested in early to mid-summer. Here are some great resources from the UC Master Gardeners of Mariposa County to help you get started.

Lessons from the School Garden

Join the UC Master Gardeners of Mariposa County and Wasuma Elementary School for "Lessons in the Garden." These short lessons for K-8 students are a welcome addition to any school garden program.

Mariposa Creek Native Plant Demonstration Garden - Photo Courtesy of Jim and Betty Johnson
Mariposa Creek Native Plant Demonstration Garden - Photo Courtesy of Jim and Betty Johnson