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Learn how to become a UC Master Gardener volunteer and help your community grow. Join our program to gain expert gardening knowledge and skills.

I still have the local newspaper article that a friend gave me. It's dated May 2, 2002 and the headline is "Master Gardener Program Flourishes in the Tri-Valley." I had never heard about Master Gardeners until I read this interview with Gaetene Courchesne.

The Master Gardener Program works with several community programs, agencies, and organizations.

The Quarry Lakes Demonstration Garden in Fremont is situated within the East Bay Regional Parks (EBRP) beautiful water-oriented recreation area. Its 450 acres includes several ponds, a swimming beach, fishing areas, picnic areas, boating, volleyball courts, hiking trails, and a rare fruit orchard.

By Dr. Mark S. Brunell A trees purpose in life is to make viable seed for the next generation, to get that seed dispersed into the environment, and to store enough nutrients to survive the winter and then manage some vigorous regrowth in the spring.

There are a variety of reasons for building raised beds for vegetable gardening. Reasons include compacted/clay soil, soil that has been tested positive for lead (often from old paint), a sunny spot that happens to be in a driveway.

Get exclusive discounts on UC ANR publications with the UC Master Gardeners. Access valuable gardening resources and guides at a lower cost.

The UC Master Gardeners of Alameda County is hosting two plant sales this year - in Oakland and Pleasanton!

Explore resources for growing succulents in Alameda County, including care tips and plant selection from UC Master Gardeners of Alameda County.

Tucked behind the tennis courts at Ocean View Park, 900 Buchanan Street in Albany, you will find the entrance to the Ocean View Community Organic Garden. Enter through the gate into a peaceful garden.