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Contact Us - How to find Master Gardener Help

Got a garden question? Ask the Help Desk!

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Our Help Desk is just a click away for those who prefer digital convenience.

Submit your gardening questions and any relevant images of your gardening issues using the form below. This service allows us to extend our expert advice beyond the farmer's markets, ensuring you receive the support you need to tackle your gardening challenges head-on. Whether it's identifying a mysterious pest or determining the best plant choices for your space, our Master Gardeners are ready to assist with your inquiries.

You can also email us acmg@ucanr.edu.

In your message, please tell us:

  1. Your name, phone number, and city - this is in case we need to follow up. Your location is helpful in understanding the climate and weather.
  2. Description of the problem - if applicable: name of the plant, when the problem began, history of watering, fertilizing, pruning, pesticides, etc.
  3. Photographs of the problem - if possible, this helps with diagnosis

The more information you can provide, the more accurate diagnosis we can provide. 

Write Us

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224 West Winton Avenue, Room 134
Hayward, CA 94544

Request a Speaker

Complete our request form and our Speaker's Bureau will find the perfect speaker for your needs. We have a large selection of topics that we are ready to deliver and can create a custom presentation for you as required. Complete your request to learn more.

Request a Master Gardener staffed information table

Are you interested in having an Alameda County Master Gardener at your next tabling event? Request one here via our online form. We appreciate your interest in our program and look forward to partnering with you.

California Garden Web - Statewide Resources

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The University of California Statewide Master Gardener Program created an amazing online resource to organize and extend UC's vast store of research-based information about nearly anything that grows; including, gardening basics, flowers, landscapes trees/shrubs, indoor plants, and lawns. 

Visit the California Garden Web at https://cagardenweb.ucanr.edu/.