Love of Lavender
Master Gardener Roz Lavender is a delicately sweet fragrance that brings a calming effect to the garden and brings joy to the gardener. It can be…
UC Master Gardeners of Fresno County
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Spring Garden Tour -April 25, 2026
Visit five beautiful private gardens and the Garden of the Sun Demonstration Garden.
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Upcoming Free Community Ed Classes
April- July 2026 Classes
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Interested in Becoming a Master Gardener?
- Our next training class begins January 2027.
- Applications will be available on this website May 1, 2026-July 31, 2026.
- There will be an informational Meet and Greets to find out more.
- Saturday, May 2, 2026 10-11:30 am - Woodward Park Library
Monthly Children's Library Activities
Join Master Gardeners of Fresno County for a FREE and fun, hands-on gardening activity perfect for preschool and elementary-aged children!
Each month, we explore exciting gardening topics through a short lesson,
engaging books, and creative crafts.
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The Children’s Library Lessons are from 3:30 to 4:30 pm.
April Library Classes for Kids
Sunnyside - April 1
Woodward Park - April 2
Betty Rodriguez - April 21
Fig Garden - April 23
Marvelous Mushrooms -
Explore the world of mushrooms. Learn how they grow, where they live
and how they help recycle nutrients in nature.
Helpful Monthly Gardening Information
- Elinor Teague writes articles monthly for the Fresno Master Gardener website. Click here to read her article. Catch her on KYNO 940 AM for the "Master Gardener Minute" on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday at 7:40am, 1:40pm, and 5:40pm.
- MG Terry L. writes articles weekly for the Fresno Master Gardener website. Click here to find out more about the Garden Checklist for each week.
- MG Debbie writes Rosie's Corner a monthly column all about roses.
For information about seasonal pests see the UCANR Seasonal IPM checklist.
Garden of the Sun
The Garden of the Sun demonstration garden is located at:
1750 N Winery Ave
Fresno, CA 93703
Find more information about the garden here
Fresno Gardening Green Blog
Gardener's Companion
Are you looking for a gift for your favorite gardener? Wondering what to give? The Gardener's Companion for the Central San Joaquin Valley makes a wonderful gift for yourself and your gardening friends. There are great sections on what to plant each month, California natives and vegetable gardening.
Read weekly tips from this book This week in the Garden
Valley Children Roots of Resilience Research project:
Valley Children Roots of Resilience Research project:
In 2025, Master Gardeners will work alongside authorized staff members of the Roots of Resilience: Valley Children’s Gardening Club in their Demonstration Garden and assisting with validating materials for the Roots of Resilience research project.
The Roots of Resilience research project is designed to investigate the impact of gardening on the health of Oncology patients, both those currently battling the disease and survivors. The project will include 1) a project demonstration garden and 2) optional workshops for both project participants, and staff volunteers working in the demonstration garden.
Need a Speaker?
Do you need a speaker for your community group or organization
If you have a special event and would like a Master Gardener to
talk to your group about home gardening topics,
contact our Helpline to request a speaker.
Soil Testing
Master Gardeners do not do soil testing. If you are interested in having your soil tested here is a list of resources. Soil Testing Laboratories in Fresno, Madera, Merced, and Stanislaus Counties - Merced County"No endorsement of this product/company is intended, nor is criticism implied of similar products/companies that are not included."
We partner with the Fresno Metropolitan Flood Control District
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City of Fresno Water Conservation Program
Lawn to Garden Expanded rebate program- find out more about converting your lawn to a waterwise garden and rebates available.
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Upcoming Events
Fresno Master Gardeners Children's Activity Marvelous Mushrooms
Join Master Gardeners of Fresno County at the Betty Rodriguez Libraryfor a FREE and fun, hands-on gardening activity perfect for preschool and elementary-aged children! Each month, we explore…
Marvelous Musrooms- Children's Master Gardener Library lesson
Marvelous Mushrooms - Explore the world of mushrooms. Learn how they grow, where they live and how they help recycle nutrients in nature. Join Master Gardeners of Fresno County for a…
Spring Garden Tour
The 2026 Spring Garden Tour is April 25, 2026. Five beautiful gardens have been chosen. We can't wait to share them and our demonstration garden Garden of the Sun with you. The garden tour is an…
Mission Statement
"To extend research-based knowledge and information on home horticulture, pest management, and sustainable landscape practices to the residents of California."