Established in 1928, the Roseville Better Gardens Club is an award winning, nonprofit educational organization affiliated with California Garden Clubs, Inc. The club’s objectives are to create, promote, and further interest in amateur gardening, plant life, conservation, and wildlife. Join one of the oldest garden clubs in California, learn about gardening, meet new gardening friends, and have fun! As of September 2025, we have 100+ members and growing.
The Roseville Better Gardens Club membership offers:
- Monthly meetings with knowledgeable program speakers
- Informative horticultural presentations
- Community service activities and funds awarded to non-profit groups for horticulture, conservation and wildlife projects
- Special field trips, tours, workshops, and other activities
- Sharing of gardening information and techniques
- Monthly newsletters
- Annual scholarships to college students pursuing a horticulture-related degree (click on Scholarship link above for more information)
GENERAL MEETINGS: 3rd Wednesday, unless noted, of each month from September to June; no meetings held during July and August. Refer to TAB
- Where: Maidu Community Center – 1550 Maidu Drive, Roseville, CA 95661 (off of Rocky Ridge Drive between Douglas Boulevard and Cirby Way)
- Time: Doors open at 12:30 PM; meetings 1:00 – 3:00 PM
- GUESTS ARE WELCOME AT OUR MEETINGS!! Guests are encouraged to arrive at 12:30.
- We socialize and celebrate in December (Holiday Luncheon) and June (End of the Year Luncheon) – no regular meetings in those two months.
MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION:
- Annual membership dues are $40 per person or $60 for two people in the same household.
- Guests are invited to attend two meetings before committing to membership.
- Questions? Contact Membership Co-Chairs:
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- Floy Taylor: phone 408.226.5826 | email ftaylor844@aol.com
- Bev Wilkinson: phone 916.704.6151 | email bevwilkinson@comcast.net
- Penny Pines / Plant Trees in America Conservation Program
- Orangevale-Fair Oaks Food Bank & Farm
- Sponsored Youth Project – Schoolyard Habitat Project at the Discovery Club, Green Oaks Fundamental Elementary in Orangevale, CA
- Gold Country Wildlife Rescue
- RUFF – Roseville Urban Forest Foundation
- The Petal Connection
- For more information about RBGC, please contact Barbara Patman, President: phone 209.814.9558 | email bpatman@att.net.
- Follow our club Facebook page for gardening information and updates on our club projects and activities: Search “Roseville Better Gardens Club, Roseville, CA”
| Proud to be part of the following: National Garden Clubs, Inc. Pacific Region Garden Clubs, Inc. California Garden Clubs, Inc. Golden Foothills District |
ABOUT US Established in 1928, Membership: 100+ JOIN US Membership Form |
RBGC is a 501(c)(3) non-profit educational organization
Facebook: Roseville Better Gardens Club, Roseville, CA
Updated 9/21/2025
- Where: Maidu Community Center – 1550 Maidu Drive, Roseville, CA 95661 (off of Rocky Ridge Drive between Douglas Boulevard and Cirby Way)
- Time: Doors open at 12:30 PM; meetings 1:00 – 3:00 PM
- GUESTS ARE WELCOME AT OUR MEETINGS!! Guests are encouraged to arrive at 12:30.
- We socialize and celebrate in December (Holiday Luncheon) and June (End of the Year Luncheon) – no regular meetings in those two months.
Program Speakers at Monthly Meetings:
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- September 17, 2025 (W) – Cover Crops – Kevin Marini
- October 15, 2025 (W) – CA Native Plant Landscapes / DIY Tip & Tricks – Paul Dickey
- November 19, 2025 (W) – What to Plant in Fall & Ecological Landscape – Greg Gayton
- December 10, 2025 (W) – Holiday Luncheon and Silent Auction (no program)
- January 21, 2026 (W) – Beneficials & Pests – Baldo Villegas | Gourd Talk – Janice Horner
- February 18, 2026 (W) – Tomato Mastery – Kim Evans
- March 18, 2027 (W) – Irrigation Basics – Larry Houghtby
- April 15, 2026 (W) – Raised Beds – Info & Examples from Member Gardens
- May 20, 2026 (W) – Tool Talk – Sue Magill
- June 17, 2026 – End of the Year Luncheon (no program)
Scheduled Tours and Workshops: Sign up for these events at the meetings or contact a Committee Chair (above).
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- September 25, 2025 (Th) – Tour: Ternero Olive Oil + Tasting, Lincoln
- October 9, 2025 (F) – Workshop: Succulent Pumpkins Decoration
- October 23, 2025 (Th) – Tour: Abode of Peace Labyrinth, Georgetown
- November 13, 2025 (Th) – Workshop: Plant & Seed Exchange & Potluck Soup Luncheon
- November 21, 2025 (F) – Workshop: Floral Design Class
- December 4, 2025 (Th) – Workshop: Holiday Door Swags for Sierra Regency Senior Living Community
- January TBD, 2026 – Workshop: Hummingbird Solar Fountain Build
- January TBD, 2026 – Workshop: Floral Design Class
- February 26, 2026 (Th) – Workshop: Propagation Workshop & Potluck Soup Luncheon
- March TBD, 2026 – Tour: Secret Ravine Nature Walk
- March TBD, 2026 – Workshop: Floral Design Class
- April TBD, 2026 – Tour: Crystal Hermitage Garden Tulip Tour, Nevada City
- April TBD, 2026 – Workshop: Floral Design Class
- April 21, 2026 (Tu) – Workshop: Floral Design Class
- May 14, 2026 (Th) – Tour: Member Gardens Tour
- June 11, 2026 (Th) – Workshop: Succulent Topiaries
(Next deadline: May 1st, 2026)
Thank you for your interest in the Roseville Better Gardens Club Scholarship Program. This scholarship is funded by proceeds from our club’s annual plant sale, fund-raising efforts, and scholarship-designated donations. We are very proud of our scholarship program which began in 2017. One-year $1000 scholarships are available for college students pursuing a horticulture-related degree. The scholarship application packet consists of the Scholarship Program Instructions and Guidelines and the Scholarship Application Form.
- ANNUAL PLANT & BAKE SALE – member grown plants, garden related items, and bake sale.
- In spring, this is our major fundraiser.
- Master Gardeners Garden Faire (RBGC plant sale booth)
- Holiday Luncheon Silent Auction
- Fall Fundraiser Silent Auction (October meeting)
- Plant Boutique and Opportunity Table at General Meetings
2026
Roseville Better Gardens Club
ANNUAL PLANT SALE
Date: May 2, 2026 (Saturday)
10:00 A.M. – 2:00 P.M.
Maidu Community Center Walkway
1550 Maidu Drive, Roseville, CA 95661-4956
(off of Rocky Ridge between Cirby & Douglas Boulevard)
The public is invited to shop and support the Club.
Member grown plants including veggies, herbs, annuals & perennials, California natives,
ground covers, shrubs, ornamental grasses, houseplants, and succulents & cacti.
Also fresh flower arrangements, lots of garden items, garden art, baked goods, and children’s project table.
All at great prices!
CASH, CREDIT CARDS, OR DEBIT CARDS ACCEPTED
Thank you for supporting our club’s Plant Sales in past years.
We hope to see you this year!
Proceeds help fund our Scholarship Program, community grants, & programs that educate the
community about gardening, conservation, and wildlife.
RBGC is a 501(c)(3) non-profit educational organization
Facebook: Roseville Better Gardens Club, Roseville, CA (Nonprofit Organization)
Since 1928 – 97 years as of 2025 and still growing!
Updated 9/21/2025