Designing Your Dream Garden
In this online talk, we’ll explore how to create thoughtful, resilient, and inspiring garden spaces no matter the constraints. We’ll begin by grounding ourselves in core landscape design principles…
UC Master Gardeners of San Mateo & San Francisco Counties
Now is the Time to Plant California Natives
Fall is the best time to plant most California natives. Cooler weather and rain get them off to a good start by helping them grow deep roots – perfect for seeds or transplants. Many nurseries and native plant groups have fall plant sales. On our introductory California Native Gardening web page, you’ll find inspiration and resources to help you get started and get planting. Get the basics on planting wildflowers on our California Native Wildflowers web page.
Garden like you live here:
native plant gardening
Image
Containers | Selection | Planting | Watering/Maintenance | Propagation
Plants, plants, plants!
Plant profiles with care details, plant library, trees, succulents, houseplants, lawn & groundcovers.
Class and event materials
Image
Slides, handouts, tip sheets from classes, workshops and other events
Advice to Grow By...Ask Us!
Do you need help with your garden? Have a pest problem? Curious about what will grow well in your region? Ask a UC Master Gardener: Complete our simple form to ask your questions, or stop by one of our helpline locations, send an email or call.
Subscribe to our monthly newsletter
Our monthly newsletter keeps you up to date on timely topics and upcoming events. Subscribe to our newsletter now.
Contribute for a Better Future
Upcoming Events
Habitat Gardening - Preparing for Winter!
Would you like to attract birds, bees and butterflies to your garden? No matter what size garden you have--from pots to yards--you can offer our native wildlife some habitat! Join UC Master Gardeners…
Master Gardener Plant Clinic at the San Mateo Arboretum
Come anytime between 12:00 to 3:00 pm for this walk-in plant clinic. UC Master Gardeners will be available to answer your questions from general information to advice about specific problems…
Master Gardener Education Table at the Serramonte Farmers' Market
Visit the UC Master Gardener education table at the Serramonte Farmers’ Market. Master Gardener volunteers will be available every other Thursday to answer questions regarding plants, planting…