What is a "Master Gardener"?
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The Mission of the UCCE Master Gardeners of Orange County |
The purpose of the University of California Cooperative Extension Master Gardener Program is to extend research-based, scientifically accurate information to the public about home horticulture and pest management.
In exchange for the training and materials received from the University of California, Master Gardeners perform volunteer services in myriad venues, thereby sharing the information they have learned in the
Master Gardener Training Program with the gardening public. |
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Our UC Master Gardeners are Experts
Master Gardeners are volunteers from our community with an interest in gardening who have successfully completed our extensive Master Gardener training program.
After 50 hour of classroom instruction, taught by experts in their fields, our Master Gardeners are qualified to help you with problems in areas such as: |
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Weed Control |
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Plant Diseases |
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Insects and pest control |
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Soil and water management |
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Fertilizing |
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Selecting fruit and landscape trees |
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Growing annuals and perennials |
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Growing vegetables |
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Container gardening |
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...and many other subjects |
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Would you like to become a
UC Master Gardener for Orange County? |
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an Orange County Resident |
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an experienced gardener |
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willing to volunteer your time |
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UC Master Gardeners are official representatives of the University of California Cooperative Extension. If you are interested in our UC Master Gardener program, please call our hotline and leave your name and phone number.
Exciting New Projects
Master Gardeners are in the process of creating some exciting new programs aimed at working with our community. |
Speakers Bureau - This program will provide guest speakers to community groups, neighborhood associations, gardening groups and others who want information.
Subjects will range from common gardening information to specialty topics of interest to your group.
School Garden Projects - Master Gardeners assist teachers in demonstrating the basics of gardening. Children participate in the hands-on program and learn the magic of growing things.
UC Master Gardeners Booth - Look for our Master Gardeners booth at exciting events like the Orange County Fair, the Sunset Home and Garden Show at Crystal Court, and the Garden Show at Mission San Juan Capistrano. We're there to answer your questions about gardening. |
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