Pruning California Native Trees and Shrubs
Program: Introduction to Pruning California Native Trees & Shrubs from an Aesthetic & Conservation/Ecology Perspective: the slide show lecture covers basic pruning, structuring woody plants,…
UC Marin Master Gardeners
Spring
“Spring is nature's way of saying, 'Let's party!'”
~ Robin Williams, actor and comedian
Bring sculptural beauty and water-wise inspiration to your garden at the UC Marin Master Gardeners’ Annual Succulent Sale. Discover a curated selection of unique, locally grown succulents—perfect for Marin’s climate—while getting expert, research-based advice from Master Gardener volunteers. Whether you’re starting your first container or expanding a drought-tolerant landscape, you’ll find plants that thrive with minimal water and maximum impact.
Saturday, May 30 · 9:00 AM–12:00 PM
Falkirk Cultural Center, 1408 Mission Ave, San Rafael
Come early for the best selection and leave inspired to create a garden that’s both beautiful and sustainable.
Growing Lettuce Year-Round in Marin. Lettuce is generally considered to be a cool-season annual, but with a little advanced planning and some judicious plant selection, Marin gardeners can enjoy home-grown lettuce throughout the year.
Set Up Your Edible Garden for Success Before Planting. Learn how to prepare healthy soil, choose the right beds or containers, and use mulch and smart irrigation to help your vegetables and herbs thrive while conserving water.
What to do this month:
Upcoming events
Plant & garden care list for May
Apply mulch
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Upcoming Events
Plant a Seed - A Seed Swap to Kick off Summer Reading
Program: Seed swap and plant exchange to kick off the San Anselmo summer reading program for children. Patrons of all ages can choose seeds and do planting activities with the assistance of UC Marin…
Growing and Pruning Roses
Program: Come learn how to select, grow, and prune roses for our local gardens. There will be a demonstration on how to prune roses during the class.Speaker: Rod Kerr is a Master Gardener who has…
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…
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.