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UC Master Gardener Program

UC Master Gardener Programs

Thank you for your interest in the UC Master Gardener Program! Programs are based in your local UC Cooperative Extension office. Select your county below to be redirected to a local UCCE office website for more information.

If you are interested in becoming a UC Master Gardener, note that training times and location vary by county. It is highly recommended that you train in the county where you reside. 

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UC Master Gardeners of the Lake Tahoe Basin

Master Gardeners are community members who have been trained under the direction of the University of California Cooperative Extension. Each volunteer has completed more than 50 hours of formal classroom training.
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UC Marin Master Gardeners

Spring“Spring is nature's way of saying, 'Let's party!'”~ Robin Williams, actor and comedian  Get ready for tomato season! The UC Marin Master Gardeners’ annual Tomato Market returns on Saturday, April 18 (9 a.m. until sold out) at Pini Ace Hardware in Novato and Bon Air in Greenbrae. Choose from a…
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Tom D addressing 2024 UC Master Gardener Training Class in Merced
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UC Master Gardeners of Merced County

Advice to Grow By ... Ask Us! Welcome to the UC Master Gardener Program of Merced County! We are a group of committed volunteers, providing outreach and community education on home horticulture, pest management, and sustainable landscape practices to Merced County residents since 2009.
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purple and white wisteria blossoms
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UC Master Gardeners of Monterey & Santa Cruz Counties

Welcome to the UC Master Gardeners of Monterey & Santa Cruz Counties website. Find links to our upcoming classes, learn about who we are and what we do, discover resources and tips for growing the most beautiful and productive garden in your space and consider joining us in the future as a UC Master Gardener…
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Demonstration Garden Native Plant Bed
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UC Master Gardeners of Placer County

Save the Date: 39th Annual Mother's Day TourSunday, May 10, 2026, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm, Rain or ShineMaster Gardeners of Placer County strive to present accurate, impartial information to local gardeners, so they have the knowledge to make informed gardening decisions in regard to plant choices, soil…
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UC Master Gardener Program of Riverside County

Upcoming Events open to the General Public are found by checking the calendar here or clicking on our Facebook page. Members Only: UC Master Gardener Volunteers access the Volunteer Management System (VMS) to view volunteer opportunities, sign up for events, and record volunteer hours.
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