UC Master Gardener Program Statewide Blog

Welcome to our blog, your source for research-based gardening information. The UC Master Gardener Program extends the University of California's rich agricultural knowledge to home gardeners across the state, promoting sustainable practices and environmental stewardship. We share seasonal tips, plant recommendations, pest management strategies, and stories of the amazing work UC Master Gardener Volunteers do in the community. Explore our articles to enhance your gardening skills, and you can always return to our main website for comprehensive resources, upcoming events, and ways to connect with UC Master Gardeners in your county.

Ghost plant is translucent, often appearing almost “ghostly” white. It is a perennial wildflower in the blueberry family, also known as corpse plant.

It's a BOO-tiful Time for Ghouls in the Garden!

October 28, 2019

Be very afraid.Be deathly afraid, of these very spooky garden inhabitants for Halloween! When you think of Halloween, the first things that come to mind are ghosts, goblins, ghouls, and other spooky creatures.

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Attendees standing by a raised garden bed clearly marked with a number that identifies a certain garden location.

UCCE Marin Offers Older Adult Residence Garden Tour

October 8, 2019

At first glance, the Robert Sinclair Scott Vegetable Garden, tucked up against the banks of the Arroyo Corte Madera del Presidio creek in southern Marin County, looks like any tidy, well-maintained community garden.

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Children holding up mild cartons of baby lettuce

Announcing the 40th Anniversary UC Master Gardener Photo Contest Winners!!

August 6, 2019

The UC Master Gardener Program is pleased to announce the winners of the 40th Anniversary UC Master Gardener Photo Contest. Thank you for helping tell our story by submitting over 480 photos and to all the people who voted.

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Local Garden Gem in San Mateo County: The Gardening Education Center

July 23, 2019

In the heart of San Mateo County sits a garden gem, The Gardening Education Center, a 5,000 square foot growing space established by the UC Master Gardener Program of San Mateo County.

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Cheers to 40 years! It's time to show off UC Master Gardener Program images of the past and present

June 17, 2019

The UC Master Gardener Program invites you to stroll down memory lane and share your favorite photos of being a UC Master Gardener volunteer. The program will be celebrating its 40th anniversary (1980 2020), and we need your help to tell our story.

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