UC Master Gardener Program of Contra Costa County
Summer’s secret?
A handful of seeds, a patch of sun, and a gardener's heart.
There’s no better time to reconnect with nature than now, with pollinators humming, veggies thriving, and sunshine stretching into the evening hours. Our updated site is your go-to hub for all things green and growing—from expert tips and seasonal inspiration to hands-on classes, lively webinars, and a bevy of buzzy gardening events designed to keep your thumbs green and your spirits high.
Dig in, explore, and join the buzz—your next garden adventure is just a click away!
The best way to stay up to date on our News and Events is to Sign Up for our seasonal newsletter "News to Grow By" . Our summer issue will be available during the second week of July.
You're Invited to Join Us on Saturday, July 12th
It's a Demonstration!
Join us as we convert a galvanized stock tank into a sub-irrigated planter
We will convert a large grow bag into a sub-irrigated planter, as well!
Saturday, July 12, 10:00 - 11:30 AM
Discover More Highlights from Our Outreach Programs!
Upcoming Webinar!
Climate Change and Your Garden
Tuesday, July 15, 6:00 - 7:30 pm
Go to webinar page for more info and to sign up
Go to more Upcoming Events
Need an "Ask a Master Gardener" Table?
Are you interested in an “Ask a Master Gardener” table at your Farmers Market or community event?
Complete our Table Request Form and we will contact you!
Looking for a Speaker?
Does your organization need a speaker for an upcoming event?
Our speakers are available.
Use our Speaker Request Form.
Need Advice to Grow By? Ask Us!
UC Master Gardener advice and problem diagnosis services are available to help you with your gardening questions year-round, by phone or email. Our Help Desk volunteers can help you identify a mysterious pest, locate the best plants for your specific situation, and offer advice for sustainable gardening practices.
Photographs help!
Email us at ccmg@ucanr.edu.
Phone: (925) 608-6683
Check out our Help Desk web page here
In your request, include your name, phone number, and city (the best plant advice depends on local conditions!).
Describe the problem in detail. Tell us what's going on. Please include the name and age of the plant if you know it, when the problem began, and where on the plant you found it, plus cultivation history such as watering, fertilizing, pruning, pesticides, construction, etc.
Send photographs! Please show us the whole plant, the plant in its location, close-ups of the affected part, including any visible signs of pests, and both sides of damaged leaves.
Have You Seen Our Blog HOrT COCO Lately?
Our Help Desk team presents HOrT COCO every other Monday. You can get timely gardening tips, find answers to frequently asked questions, and read about the truly unique requests for help we respond to. Check it out! And don't forget to subscribe! Just click the blue subscribe button at the top of the right column in the blog.
Join our online webinars and see recordings on our YouTube channel. When you Sign up for our newsletter, you will receive email notices of upcoming webinars and events. Or join us on Facebook.
Contact
UC Master Gardener Program of Contra Costa County
(925) 608-6683, ccmg@ucanr.edu, http://ccmg.ucanr.edu/
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