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UC Master Gardeners of Orange County

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GivingDay 2025

We’re truly grateful for your support of the UC Orange County Master Gardener Program during UC ANR Giving Day 2025! 

Whether you donated, shared our campaign, or cheered us on, your support matters. Together, we’re fueling the training and outreach that helps those of us in Orange County grow healthier gardens

 

What's Going On In Our Gardening Community - Want to learn from the experts? 

As part of the University of California's Agriculture and Natural Resources division, we serve our community by sharing researched-based knowledge and sustainable gardening practices.  Our dedicated volunteers work to empower Orange County residents with the skills and expertise needed to grow food, tend gardens and protect California's precious natural resources.   We understand that every garden and gardener is unique.  That's why we customize our outreach and education to embrace Orange County's distinctive landscapes, climates and diverse communities.   Whether you are a first time gardener planting in pots or raised beds, or a seasoned green thumb, we're here to help your garden thrive.  Join us in cultivating a more sustainable, beautiful and bountiful Orange County.  

 

Interested in upcoming gardening events coming to a neighborhood near you?

 

 

 

 

Contribute for a Better Future

Upcoming Events

Growing Herbs for the Kitchen
Event Date
May 17 2025

Growing Herbs for the Kitchen

Assorted types of herbsFresh herbs add zest and nutrition to drinks, salads, main dishes, even desserts! UC Master Gardeners will review favorite and easy to grow herbs in  your garden or pots…
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Event Date
May 17 2025

Drought Tolerant Gardening Workshop

Want to learn about ways to make your garden more drought tolerant?   This is a class you won't want to miss.   Participants will learn how to conserve one of our most precious…
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