UC Master Gardeners are volunteers trained and certified by the University of California to provide research-based information about home horticulture and pest management. They serve their communities by answering questions from the public, teaching workshops, leading plant clinics, and speaking on a variety of subjects.
Spring Edibles Plant Library
Here you'll find lists of spring-planted vegetable varieties. Browse the links below to look through vegetables and herbs by type and learn more about each unique variety. Learn more.
Harvest for Neighbors - June 2022
The San Mateo/San Francisco UC Master Gardeners, in coordination with the organization Each Green Corner, participate in a special project called “Harvest for Neighbors.” Working together in gardens; applying knowledge, experience, and gardening expertise; and donating fresh produce to food pantries in the Bay Area fosters a win-win scenario for all volunteers involved. Click here for more photos.
Blog
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Better Together: The New Science of “Companion Planting”
Like many things in life, the best results are achieved by working together. This is especially true with plants! Although you may have heard about plants that are thought to aid in insect control, disease prevention or the benefits...
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Growing Great Roses: How To Do It On The Coast
Growing roses on the coast can be more of a challenge than in other parts of the Bay Area. Wind, higher humidity, cloudy weather, and salty air can thwart the gardener's quest for lovely blooms. However, conditions in coastal communities are highly...
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Tomatoes for Our Coastal Climate
Glorious, homegrown tomatoes are the rock stars of the summer garden. But since tomato plants usually need lots of sun and heat, what's a coastal gardener to do? Good news: there are tomato varieties that do well in areas that are cooler and where...
Calendar
| Event Name | Date |
|---|---|
| Laurel Street Container Garden Walking Tour | 7/6/2022 |
| San Mateo Arboretum Society Plant Clinic | 7/10/2022 |
| California Native Gardening in Daly City | 7/11/2022 |
| : Seeding Demystified: How to be Successful in Starting New Plants from Seed | 7/13/2022 |
Ask a Master Gardener
Do you need help with your garden? Have a pest problem? Curious about what will grow will in your region? Send us an email and include:Your Name, Zip Code, Email address, Description of problem or question, the type and age of plant, the specific problem/question, history & details - what the damage looks like (include plant location, sun exposure, irrigation method, fertilization, and insecticide applications.) Please attach photos if available (overall plant, views of pest, leaves, etc.)
Request a Speaker
Are you looking for a speaker for an upcoming event? UC Master Gardeners can present research-based information on a variety of topics to your organization.
Become a Master Gardener
Any San Mateo or San Francisco County resident with an interest and experience in horticulture and a desire to volunteer for community service may apply.