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39th Annual Mother's Day Tour

Sunday, May 10, 2026, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm, Rain or Shine

Master 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 fertility, pest management, irrigation practices, and more.

Gardening Questions?

Here’s how to find answers:

Visit our Workshops and Special Events!

Bring your questions to our booth at the Farmer’s Market, attend a workshop, or visit our demonstration garden. See our Events Calendar to find out what’s going on now and in coming months in Placer County (printable list).

Subscribe to The Curious Gardener

Our free gardening newsletter features articles written by our local Master Gardeners for Placer and Nevada County home gardeners.

Tour our Demonstration Garden at the Loomis Library

Our beautiful waterwise garden showcases California natives, pollinators, and edible plants. The garden is a living classroom that emphasizes sustainable gardening, integrated pest management and backyard food production. 

Download our Vegetable Gardening Guide

Find the best times to plant vegetables throughout the year in western Placer County.

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Upcoming Events

April 30, 2026

Garden Gab at UEC

Got burning garden questions? Need advice on pests, soil, pruning, or landscape design, all in one place? Let’s gab at the Inspiration Garden! Drop in from 9:00 a.m. to noon (no registration needed)…
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May 2, 2026

Garden Gab at UEC

Got burning garden questions? Need advice on pests, soil, pruning, or landscape design, all in one place? Let’s gab at the Inspiration Garden! Drop in from 9:00 a.m. to noon (no registration needed)…
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May 2, 2026

Waterwise Plants for Year-round Color, UEC

Do you desire a water-wise garden that positively impacts both humans and pollinators?  Learn how to select low-water plants, to place in low water zones, and to irrigate with low water.  …
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Mission Statement

“To extend research-based knowledge and information on home horticulture, pest management, and sustainable landscape practices to the residents of California.”