Advice to Grow By ... Ask Us!

Have Questions?

UC Master Gardeners are here to help. There are many ways to find answers to your gardening questions.

• Contact our Help Desk
• Come to our Plant Clinic Online
• Attend one of our classes or events
• Watch some of our video tips and talks
• Visit one of our gardens
• Browse our Garden Help pages
• Request a Speaker or Event Table
• Contact us for other questions

Upcoming Events

Want to learn more about gardening, chat with UC Master Gardeners, or catch our next plant sale? See our Events Calendar for upcoming talks, courses, and more.

Waterwise Tips

Here are some useful tips and links for homeowners and gardeners who want to conserve water and manage their garden and landscape in a responsible manner. Learn about waterwise plants and gardening techniques, lawn replacement and rebate programs, graywater usage, and more.

Quarantines and Pests

There is currently one quarantine in effect in Santa Clara County: on citrus fruits and trees for the Asian Citrus Psyllid. See our Quarantine Information page to learn more and view the quarantine area map. Help contain the spread of this pest!

Invasive shothole borers (ISHB), a new insect pest, have been found in San Jose. They attack hundreds of species of plants and are known to kill at least seventeen types of trees. The ISHB Pest Note includes identification and management information. The ISHB website has an introductory video, maps, and more.