UC Master Gardener Program

Advice to Grow By...Ask Us!

Welcome to the UC Master Gardener community! Since 1980, the UC Master Gardener Program has helped deliver University of California research directly to Californians who share a passion for gardening and environmental stewardship. More than just a gardening program, UC Master Gardener is an education and outreach statewide program of the University of California, Agriculture and Natural Resources (UC ANR). UC Master Gardeners are in their communities, helping build more sustainable landscapes.

Who We Are

UC Master Gardeners are rooted in education and grown in service. UC Master Gardener volunteers offer services and outreach to the public in more than 1,286 demonstration, community, and school gardens across 52 California counties.

• 6,154 active volunteers statewide
• 446,237 volunteer hours contributed in the last year
• more than 6.8 million hours donated since the program began

Learn more about the UC Master Gardener Program on our About Us page.

Connect With Us

Looking to volunteer or for gardening advice from trusted resources?  Want to learn more about sustainable gardening practices, and want to give back to the community? UC Master Gardeners are here to help. Provided with specialized training from the University of California, our volunteers provide high-quality education and outreach to their local communities. 

Find your local county program to connect with an expert, or learn more about volunteering and upcoming training opportunities.

Meet UC Master Gardeners

To learn more about the UC Master Gardener program, see the video below or view on YouTube.