UC Master Gardeners of Monterey, San Benito & Santa Cruz Counties

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Welcome! ¡ Bienvenidos!

Welcome to the UC Master Gardeners of Monterey, San Benito & 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!           

               

Keep Growing this November! Two classes from your local Master Gardeners

 

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THURSDAY, NOV 5

Protect Your Soil in Heavy Rain

  • 5–6:30 pm • Online
  • Practical Strategies for wet weather
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SATURDAY, NOV 7

Microgreens! / ¡Microvegetales!

  • 10 am–Noon • Freedom Library (Watsonville)
  • Hands-on • Bilingual

 

 

 

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October "What to do in the Garden" page link
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Find more helpful information about gardening in Santa Cruz, Monterey, and San Benito Counties throughout our website. 
 

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November 7, 2026

Microgreens!/¡Microvegetales!

Grow fresh, flavorful greens in a surprisingly small space!Join UC Master Gardener volunteers for a hands-on introduction to growing nutritious microgreens at home. Learn how to choose seeds, prepare…
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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 and be guided by our core values and strategic initiatives.