UC Master Gardener Talk: Container Gardening for Fall Veggies & Herbs

This is a free community program. Please consider supporting the Gardens of Golden Gate Park with a recommended donation of $5-20. Your support helps us connect people to plants, the planet, and each other. Saturday, August 15, 2026 11am-12pm San Francisco Botanical Garden — Plant Shop (before Main Gate) About the Program In this talk, you will learn how to grow a variety of vegetables, herbs, and fruits on a patio, balcony, or in any small space using containers–in time for fall crops! We will help you consider the best containers to use and which plants to grow for your microclimate. We will also discuss soil needs, pest prevention, and watering options. About the Speakers Karen Flores is an avid gardener and loves growing roses, edibles of all types, and unique plants and flowers to use in flower arranging. She has gardened all of her life. Two of her passions are flower arranging and growing vegetables in containers. Karen became a certified UC Master Gardener of San Mateo and San Francisco Counties in 2022. She is excited to share her knowledge on how to create healthy, bountiful vegetables in containers. Susan Houston became a UC Master Gardener in 2024 after a career in Aging Services. Before retiring, Susan and her organization partnered with the UC Master Garden program to create a demonstration garden in Redwood City. The garden provides hands-on education and fresh produce to older adults at the community center. Susan’s interests include native plants, soil, soil blocking, container gardening, and gardening with underserved populations. Susan is fluent in Spanish. — RSVP recommended, walk-ins welcome. Heavy rain cancels. Admission to the Garden is free for San Francisco residents, veterans, Museums for All/EBT participants, and Gardens members. Tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable.