Community Gardens
- Enhance our neighborhoods by turning empty lots into green areas
- Provides individuals and families the opportunity to grow fresh, healthy produce
- Encourages the understanding and awareness of the local environment
- Offers the opportunity to build a sense of community within neighborhoods
The Master Gardener Association of San Diego County Community Gardens Program advises and educates the public on starting and maintaining sustainable community gardens for the benefit of their local community.
Read more about how the UC Master Gardeners support San Diego Community Gardens
How Can We Help?
For more information email CommunityGardens@MasterGardenerSD.org
College Area Community Garden. Photo by MGASDC.
Educational Materials
Websites:
- The California Garden Web UC Master Gardener Program
- Integrated Pest Management
- Safe Use of Pesticides
- Joyce Gemmells's Veggie Guide
Downloadable PDFs
- Vegetable Planting Guide
- Starters Guide to Composting
- Tips on Growing Tomatoes
- Natural Enemies Poster
Juniper Front Community Garden. Photo by MGASDC.