MCP 2026 Blackberry Planting, Growing, and Care Talk & Demonstration - San Jose
About the Event
Curious about growing your own blackberries at home? Join Master Gardener Jim Bell, who will discuss selecting, planting, trellising, harvesting, and pruning for the next year’s harvest! Then, join us in our berry patch where we will give a planting, pruning, and general care demonstration that will illustrate how easy growing your own blackberries can be!
Participants should wear closed-toed shoes, layered clothing, sturdy gardening gloves, and a hat, as the class is held outdoors, and some of our berries have thorns!. Please arrive 15 minutes early to allow time to park and sign in.
Please note: the park charges $6.00 for parking, or park closer to our area on Chynoweth Avenue near Vauxhall Circle for free (parcel location in Google Maps).
Note: As this class is held in our orchard, a forecast of significant rain or standing water will postpone the class until Saturday, February 28th. If postponed, this event posting will be updated on Friday, February 20th.
Agenda
By Jim Bell
Main presentation
Location: In the Master Gardener's Parcel in Martial Cottle Park
Operated in partnership with the Santa Clara County Parks & Recreation Department.
The UC Master Gardener parcel at Martial Cottle Park is located on the southern, central edge of the park, near Chynoweth Avenue, accessible from the free parking lot on Chynoweth or paid parking inside the park. Follow the park's pathways from the main entrance at 5283 Snell Ave toward Chynoweth to find the 4-acre demonstration garden showcasing regional plants, fruits, and sustainable practices.
