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Houseplants enhance home aesthetics and provide a rewarding hobby. Greenery has a naturally calming effect on the body and mind, and the simple act of caring for a plant promotes relaxation. A brief introduction to understand houseplant names will begin the session followed by the different methods to…

Visit the UC Master Gardener education table at the Serramonte Farmers’ Market. Master Gardener volunteers will be available every other Thursday to answer questions regarding plants, planting techniques, garden pests and more.The market is located behind the multi-level garage by Crunch Fitness. Photo…

The Gardens of Golden Gate Park is holding its Spring Garden Market to celebrate the season of renewal. This thoughtfully curated market features local makers, artists, small businesses, and mission-driven organizations offering goods that reflect a deep connection to the natural world. UC Master…

Join UC Master Gardener Janice Moody to discover the multifaceted ways you can container garden with succulents, including the use of funky household or garden items that you can repurpose into pots. You will not only learn why succulents make great container plants, but also learn about pre-planting…

In this class, we will discuss many different kinds of herbs and edible flowers - exploring how to grow, propagate and use them in cooking. In addition, since many of these plants can be beneficial for bees, we'll cover the basic habitat requirements of bees and how the herbs we grow can support them. Herbs…

Discover the numerous advantages of container gardening from UC Master Gardeners Pat Kramer and Troy Weakley. They will guide you through selecting the right containers, choosing the best soil and amendments, and exploring various tomato varietals and veggies that thrive in this setup. Whether you’re a…

Come anytime between 12:00 to 3:00 pm for this walk-in plant clinic. UC Master Gardeners will be available to answer your questions from general information to advice about specific problems. Bring samples of your problem plants in clear plastics bags for better diagnosis. If you suspect insect damage,…

Come and visit a working regenerative farm. Mission Farm, located in Woodside, uses practices that build healthy soil: protecting the soil with either living mulch/cover crops or mulch, keeping living roots in the ground and planting a diversity of crops. UC Master Gardeners Lisa Putnam and…

The UC Master Gardeners of San Mateo and San Francisco Counties are holding their Spring Garden Market and Educational Fair in Sequoia Hall at the San Mateo County Event Center. Come buy plants for your summer garden: tomatoes, peppers, eggplants, squash, herbs, strawberries, California natives, succulents,…

Visit the UC Master Gardener education table at the Divisadero Farmers’ Market. Master Gardener volunteers will be available to answer your gardening questions regarding plants, plant maintenance, soil, garden pests and more. Photo credit: Somi Jaiswal on Unsplash.com.

Visit the UC Master Gardener’s Native Plant Habitat Garden at the San Carlos City Center. Master Gardeners installed the 8,000 square foot garden in 2019 and maintain it on a weekly basis. Several garden guides will be available during the tour to share their knowledge about the plants in the garden and the…

Celebrate Earth Month at CuriOdyssey and let kids lead the adventure! Explore hands-on science exhibits, meet native California animals up close, and discover the wonders of the natural world. Throughout the week, meet the people working to protect and care for our local environment. UC Master Gardeners will…

This is a lively introduction to residential composting given by Brian Hicks, a UC Master Gardener from San Francisco and San Mateo Counties. Much of what is hauled away from your curbside green bin can instead be kept and converted into compost, by you. Whether you have a small yard, or just a tiny, cool…

Visit the UC Master Gardener education table at the Serramonte Farmers’ Market. Master Gardener volunteers will be available every other Thursday to answer questions regarding plants, planting techniques, garden pests and more.The market is located behind the multi-level garage by Crunch Fitness. Photo…

Description: If you love gardening but have minimal outdoor space, creating compost to feed your plants can be challenging. But worms can create vermicompost for you, and they can do it in very small spaces – even indoors! In this presentation you'll learn the importance of compost for keeping your…

Growing roses in many neighborhoods of San Francisco like the West Portal, Parkside, St. Francis Woods, Stonestown and Lakeshore areas can be done very successfully! In this workshop, UC Master Gardener Margaret Warren will cover how to choose and care for roses in these transitional microclimates, which can…

Learn the basics of backyard composting: why it matters, how to do it and how to use the finished “black gold.”  Also discover the fun of worm composting, known as vermicomposting, using worms, cardboard and kitchen scraps.UC Master Gardener Volunteer Norine Cepernich: Norine has been a…

Do you love house plants? Are you just getting started, and looking for ways to ensure your plants will thrive? Join this discussion to learn about common house plants and how to care for them and propagate them for many years of leafy green joy.UC Master Gardener Presenter Kimberly Swan: Kimberly spent…

Visit the UC Master Gardener education table at the Divisadero Farmers’ Market. Master Gardener volunteers will be available to answer your gardening questions regarding plants, plant maintenance, soil, garden pests and more. Photo credit: Somi Jaiswal on Unsplash.com.