Summer at Pinto Lake: What's Thriving Now
Summer at Pinto Lake: What's Thriving NowExplore what’s growing at the Pinto Lake Demonstration Garden this summer 🌱Join a guided, small-group walk through the garden, stopping at different areas…
UC Master Gardeners of Monterey, San Benito & Santa Cruz Counties
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Serving Monterey, San Benito, and Santa Cruz counties, we share research-based gardening knowledge with our local communities.
Explore upcoming classes, practical resources, and seasonal tips to help you grow a healthy, productive garden in your space. Interested in going deeper? Learn how to become a UC Master Gardener.
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Image  Native Plant Boot Camp - Save the Date! We are excited to announce that our 2nd Annual Native Plant Boot Camp is coming August 1st to the beautiful Rancho Cielo Youth Campus in Salinas! This year’s event is bigger and better, with an expanded day full of workshops, demonstrations, hands-on activities, and opportunities to explore and purchase California native plants. And yes, you asked and we listened - there will be a food truck this year! Mark your calendar and join us August 1st for a day of learning, inspiration, and celebrating the beauty and benefits of native plants. Registration opens July 1st! | ||
Find more helpful information about gardening in Santa Cruz, Monterey, and San Benito Counties throughout our website.
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Amazing Seeds
Tiny but remarkable, seeds are miraculous little packages of stored energy and genetic instructions! Join UC Master Gardeners as we explore how seeds germinate and grow, and learn simple seed…
Earth Friendly Gardening: Analyzing Your Space
Earth Friendly Gardening - Analyzing Your SpaceJoin the UC Master Gardeners of Monterey, San Benito & Santa Cruz Counties for this hands-on summer workshop!The first step in creating a healthy,…
Microgreens!
Grow fresh, flavorful greens in a surprisingly small space.Despite their small size, microgreens pack a nutritional punch and are a great addition to any diet.Join UC Master Gardener volunteers for a…
Mission Statement
To extend research based knowledge and information on home horticulture, pest management, and sustainable landscape practices to the residents of California and be guided by our core values and strategic initiatives.