Learn How to Propagate Plants

Learn how to propagate plants by volunteering at the Markham Nature Park and Arboretum Garden Center. Workdays are every Tuesday mornings from 9 a.m. - 12 noon. UC Cooperative Extension Master Gardeners demonstrate how to grow plants from seed and cuttings. A wide variety of vegetables, perennials, shrubs and trees are grown to raise money for the Markham Regional Arboretum Society. Plants are also grown for the International Garden and special educational exhibits.

At Markham Regional Arboretum Society, there are many jobs for volunteers. Please note the volunteer opportunities listed on this page. Volunteers of all ages and talents are needed. We have a flexible schedule and can find the perfect spot for you.

E-mail us at markham.arboretum@gmail.com with your name, phone number, and which volunteer opportunities interest you.

Volunteer Opportunities

Adopt a garden

Construction, irrigation, planting projects (Times vary)

Help with the newsletter (Diablo Horticulturist)

Help with Plant Sales

Help with making plant signs with our computerized sign cutter

Maintenance (work parties on Saturdays)

Nursery (Help to grow plants for the arboretum)

Plant Propagation (Tuesday mornings from 9-12 pm)

Teaching - Docent Programs (Lead classes of school children, seniors, and others through the arboretum)

High School Volunteer Program

Markham Regional Arboretum Society has program designed expressly for high school students who need to contribute time and talents to community programs as part of the requirements for graduation. For more information on this program, contact Markham Arboretum.

A project description includes a yearly calendar of Work Days, a Permission Letter, and a Student Sign-up Sheet.