UC Master Gardeners of San Luis Obispo County
Welcome
The UC Master Gardener Program of San Luis Obispo County is part of University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources. We share research-based gardening and pest management information with the public.
Our trained UC Master Gardener volunteers help home gardeners make practical, informed decisions about plant care, pest problems, soil, irrigation, and sustainable gardening practices.
You can connect with us by attending a workshop, visiting our demonstration garden, stopping by a farmers market booth, or contacting our helpline with a gardening question.
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Upcoming Events
Click an event title below for details, location, and registration information. Most workshops and classes require registration.
Last Lunchtime in the Garden for 2026:
- Lunchtime in the Garden (San Luis Obispo)
- September 2, 2026, 11:30 AM–1:30 PM
Workshops in San Luis Obispo:
- Cover Crops & Fall Gardening Chores (San Luis Obispo)
- September 19, 2026, 10:00 AM–12:00 PM
- Plant Sale 9:30AM–12:30 PM (same location as workshop)
- Native Plants to Support Wildlife (San Luis Obispo)
- October 17, 2026, 10:00 AM–12:00 PM
- Limited California native plant sale after the workshop (same location as workshop)
Workshops in Paso Robles:
- Growing & Preserving Apples (Paso Robles)
- September 19, 2026, 10:00 AM-12:00 PM
Victory Garden Workshop Series in Oceano:
September - October 2026: Victory Garden Workshop Series (Oceano)
- September 13, 2025, 1:30 PM–4:30 PM: Garden location, soil health, and seasonal crop planning
- September 20, 2025, 1:30 PM–4:30 PM: Water-wise irrigation, fruit trees, and garden safety
- September 27, 2025, 1:30 PM–4:30 PM: Pest management, pollinators, and seed starting
- October 4, 2025, 1:30 PM–4:30 PM: Composting, small-space gardening, raised beds, and program graduation
Farmers Markets
Stop by our booth at select San Luis Obispo County farmers markets to ask gardening questions and get practical advice.
• Wednesdays — Arroyo Grande Farmers Market, 9:00–11:30 AM
• Saturdays — Arroyo Grande Farmers Market, 12:00–2:30 PM
• Fridays — Avila Beach Farmers Market, 4:30–7:30 PM (closed in winter months)
• Fridays — Cambria Farmers Market, 2:30–5:00 PM
• Saturdays — Templeton Farmers Market, 9:00 AM–12:30 PM
Farmers Markets Locations & Details
Have a Gardening Question?
Visit our contact page for helpline hours, email options, and office locations.