San Mateo

Description: Are you a new plant parent looking to increase your confidence with houseplants? Or maybe you’re an experienced indoor gardener who wants to fine tune your skills? In this talk by UC Master Gardeners we will give practical, evidence-based information on the essentials of indoor plant care. We’ll…

Container Cultivation: Thriving Tomatoes and Vibrant Vegetables in Small SpacesJoin us for an exciting presentation on growing tomatoes and vegetables in containers! Discover the numerous advantages of container gardening, including space-saving solutions and easier maintenance. We’ll guide you through…

Be Wildfire Safe & ReadyDescription: UC Master Gardeners will staff an education table at the Be Wildfire Safe & Ready event sponsored by the San Mateo County Department of Emergency Management. Stop by the table to learn how to protect your home by creating defensible space and maintaining your…

Zesty Success: Cultivating Citrus in Containers in San FranciscoDescription: Discover the joy of growing delicious citrus fruits right on your San Francisco balcony or deck! This presentation will focus on cultivating vibrant lemon, lime, kumquat, and select orange trees in containers, suited for our…

Maintaining Garden and Raised Bed Soil: The Soil and Plant RelationshipDescription: Do you know that soil is much more than sand, silt and clay? Healthy soil is all about the relationship between plants and soil. In this talk UC Master Gardener Terry Lyngso will explain the components of soil, why plants…

Spiller, Thriller, Filler Container GardeningDescription: Come learn how to create lush and stunning container gardens using both herbs and flowers. Discover how using the spiller, thriller, filler principles of container planting can add year-round texture, color and zing to your containers as they…

Master Gardener Information Table at the San Mateo County Fair Join the UC Master Gardeners of San Mateo and San Francisco Counties as we celebrate beneficial insects and pollinators and the plants that love them.

Caring for Your Garden Tools Description: A regular maintenance routine keeps your garden tools in good working order and helps them last longer. Tools not only need to be sharp, but also clean and sterile.

Master Gardener Education Table at the Divisadero Farmers' Market Please visit the UC Master Gardener education table at the Divisadero Farmers Market. Master Gardener volunteers will be available every third Sunday to answer questions regarding plants, planting techniques, garden pests and more.

Planning a Garden with California Native Plants Description: This class, part of the Building a California Native Garden Series, will focus on site evaluation, water, sun exposure, design and the appropriate plant material.