Master Gardener Program
UC Master Gardener volunteers are trained by the University of California and dedicated to educating and advising local home gardeners. Mariposa Master Gardeners have contributed over 93,000 hours of community service since 1995!
OUR MISSION
To extend research based knowledge and information on home horticulture, pest management, and sustainable landscape practices to the residents of California and be guided by our core values and strategic initiatives.
Upcoming Event
UC Master Gardeners of Mariposa County
Native and Perennial Virtual Plant Sale
Saturday, May 10-Saturday, June 14
UC Cooperative Extension Office
5009 Fairgrounds Rd.
Mariposa CA
How it Works:
Click below for more information on the available varieties:
DocumentPhotos show what your plant will look like when it matures in proper conditions. The plants you receive will be 4-6 months old in gallon pots.
- Choose the plants you would like to order and how many. Check the box next to the variety and then choose the number you would like to order. If there is no quantity drop down, it means there is only one left of that variety. You can still check the box next to the variety to order the last remaining plant.
- Complete the survey to purchase your plants.
- Master Gardeners will prepare your order and contact you to let you know when your order is ready to be picked up at the UC Cooperative Extension Office.
Upcoming Events

How Can We Help?
Do you need help with your garden? Have a pest problem? Curious about what will grow well in our region? Contact our Helpline.
- Want to join our email list?
- Find us on Facebook?
- Find us at KRYZ Radio?
- Request a speaker for your event?
Plant-a-Row
The UC Master Gardener Plant-a-Row program in Mariposa County encourages donations of produce from growers and home gardeners to share with our community. Donations directly serve those with limited access to fresh fruits and vegetables.
Drop offs may be made at the Master Gardener Booth at the Farmer's Market between May and October (Wednesdays 4:30-6:30 pm)
Donations may be made year round at:
Manna House 5127 Charles St. Mariposa CA 95338 209-742-7985 Mon-Fri 10:00-2:00 | Heritage House/Alliance 5200 Highway 49N Mariposa CA 95338 Mon-Fri 8:00-4:00 (Mondays esp. good) | Senior Center 5246 Spriggs Lane Mariposa CA 95338 209-966-6632 Mon-Fri 8-11, 2-5pm |
For large donations or questions, please contact us at 209-966-2417.
Growing Garlic
Fall and winter is the time to let your garlic grow to be harvested in early to mid-summer. Although the weather is getting cold here in the foothills, we often have periods of warmer weather, so if you missed your November planting of garlic, you still have an opportunity. Here are some great resources for you from the UC Master Gardeners of Mariposa County.
Lessons from the School Garden
Join the UC Master Gardeners of Mariposa County and Wasuma Elementary School for "Lessons in the Garden." These short lessons for K-8 students are a welcome addition to any school garden program.
