UC Master Gardener Program of San Mateo and San Francisco Counties

10/21/2026

Designing Your Dream Garden webinar on October 27, 2026, 6:00pm-7:30pm. Registration is required. at
https://surveys.ucanr.edu/survey.cfm?surveynumber=19850

Email from UC Master Gardener Program San Mateo & SF Counties San Mateo & San Francisco Counties Featured Class Designing Your Dream Garden Webinar October 27, 2026, 6:00pm-7:30pm In this online talk,

10/21/2026

🌿🌸Dreaming of a garden that looks beautiful, thrives in our Bay Area climate, and actually works for your space? Whether you have a tiny San Francisco balcony or a sprawling backyard, great garden design starts with a plan! Join UC Master Gardeners Rebecca Flato and Kimberly Swan for an inspiring online workshop exploring the fundamentals of landscape design, from color and texture to plant selection and layout. Learn how to create a lush, resilient garden that reflects your personal style while working with Northern California's unique growing conditions.

Registration is required. Register here: https://surveys.ucanr.edu/survey.cfm?surveynumber=19850

Designing Your Dream Garden
October 27, 2026 from 6:00pm to 7:30pm
Online Workshop

📸 Terry Lyngso, UC Master Gardener

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🌱 Have a question about gardening? Ask a Master Gardener at [email protected]

10/18/2026

🌿🌸 Shopping for new plants but not sure how to keep them thriving? Atop by the UC Master Gardener education table at the Yerba Buena Gardens Plant Sale! Whether you're looking for advice on caring for your newest plant purchases or have questions about your garden at home, our volunteers are here to help with research-based gardening tips. Come shop for plants, get inspired, and grow your gardening knowledge!

No registration required.

Master Gardener Education Table at Yerba Buena Gardens
October 24, 2026 from 10:00am to 2:00pm
Yerba Buena Gardens
750 Howard Street
San Francisco, CA 94103

🌱 Interested in our free gardening classes? Visit our Events Page at https://buff.ly/40e2P2E

🌱 Have a question about gardening? Ask a Master Gardener at [email protected]

10/13/2026

🍂🌱 Yellowing leaves? Mystery pests? Not sure what to plant this fall? Your garden questions deserve answers! Stop by the UC Master Gardener education table at the Divisadero Farmers’ Market and chat with our volunteers about plant care, soil health, garden pests and more. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned gardener, we're here to help your garden thrive!

No registration required.

Master Gardener Education Table at the Divisadero Farmers' Market
October 18, 2026 from 9:00am to 1:00pm
DMV Parking Lot
1377 Fell Street
San Francisco, CA 94117

🌱 Interested in our free gardening classes? Visit our Events Page at https://buff.ly/40e2P2E

🌱 Have a question about gardening? Ask a Master Gardener at [email protected]

10/09/2026

🐛🌱 Is something eating your plants? Wondering what to plant this fall or why your garden isn't thriving? Bring your gardening questions to the UC Master Gardener education table at the Serramonte Farmers' Market! Our volunteers are ready to help with plant care, planting techniques, garden pests and more. Stop by while you shop the market and get research-based gardening advice!

No registration required.

Master Gardener Education Table at the Serramonte Farmers' Market
October 8, 2026 from 9:00am to 1:00pm
Serramonte Mall
133 Serramonte Center
Daly City, CA 94015
The market is located behind the multi-level garage by Crunch Fitness.

🌱 Interested in our free gardening classes? Visit our Events Page at https://buff.ly/40e2P2E

🌱 Have a question about gardening? Ask a Master Gardener at [email protected]

10/09/2026

Looking for a creative way to welcome more birds into your garden? 🐦🌿 Get crafty while giving your feathered neighbors a helping hand! Join UC Master Gardeners for a hands-on workshop where you’ll create a bird nest wreath filled with natural materials birds can use for spring nesting. You’ll learn about the lichens, mosses and grasses birds use to build their nests, plus ideas for adding healthy, homemade “snacks” to your wreath.

Registration is required and space is limited. Register here: https://redwoodcity.libcal.com/event/17709516

Building Bird Nest Wreaths to Support Our Feathered Friends
October 10, 2026 from 10:30am to 1:00pm
Redwood City Library, Downtown Library
1044 Middlefield Road
Redwood City, CA 94063

🌱 Interested in our free gardening classes? Visit our Events Page at https://buff.ly/40e2P2E
🌱 Have a question about gardening? Ask a Master Gardener at [email protected]

10/08/2026

Want to turn your garden into a welcoming winter stop for birds, bees and butterflies? 🐦🦋🌿 Even the smallest garden can provide valuable habitat for local wildlife! Join UC Master Gardener Lynne Trulio to learn the principles of habitat gardening, what you can do now to prepare your garden for winter, and fascinating science about the migratory birds that visit our Bay Area gardens. UC Agriculture and Natural Resources

Registration is recommended. Register here: https://gggp.org/event/uc-master-gardener-talk-habitat-gardening-for-winter-migratory-birds/

Habitat Gardening: Preparing for Winter and Migratory Birds
October 10, 2026 from 11:00am to 12:00pm
San Francisco Botanical Garden – Plant Shop
1199 9th Avenue
San Francisco, CA 94122

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🌱 Have a question about gardening? Ask a Master Gardener at [email protected]

10/01/2026

🌿 🐛 Garden pests giving you trouble? Before you reach for a spray, learn about IPM!

Fall may bring fewer garden pests, but what you notice and do now can help prevent problems down the road!

Join UC Master Gardener Barbara Cohrssen for an introduction to Integrated Pest Management (IPM), a science-based approach that focuses on careful observation and choosing effective, lower-risk ways to manage garden pests. You’ll learn basic IPM concepts plus what to watch for in your garden this season!

No registration required.

Integrated Pest Management
October 10, 2026 from 10:00am to 11:00am
Flowercraft Garden Center
550 Bayshore Blvd.
San Francisco, CA 94124

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🌱 Have a question about gardening? Ask a Master Gardener at [email protected]

10/01/2026

The October 2026 UC Master Gardener newsletter is now available online at https://conta.cc/4rDv3TI. Please visit our website at https://smsf-mastergardeners.ucanr.edu/.

Email from UC Master Gardener Program San Mateo & SF Counties San Mateo & San Francisco Counties Monthly Newsletter October 2026 Featured Articles Growing Natives Garden Tour Call for Gardens Deadl

09/30/2026

🌱🔍 Not sure what’s munching on your leaves? Wondering why a plant isn’t thriving? Or just have a gardening question you’ve been meaning to ask? Got a mystery pest, struggling plant, or gardening question you can’t quite figure out?

Stop by the UC Master Gardener Plant Clinic at the San Mateo Arboretum and chat one-on-one with UC Master Gardeners for science-based gardening advice. 🌱

For the best diagnosis, bring photos or a sample of your problem plant sealed in a clear plastic bag. If you suspect insects are the culprit, try to bring a sample of those too!

No registration required.

Master Gardener Plant Clinic at the San Mateo Arboretum
October 4, 2026 from 12:00pm to 3:00pm
San Mateo Arboretum in Central Park
101 9th Avenue
San Mateo, CA 94401

🌱 Interested in our free gardening classes? Visit our Events Page at https://buff.ly/40e2P2E
🌱 Have a question about gardening? Ask a Master Gardener at [email protected]