By UC Master Gardener Program of Contra Costa County
The 2026 annual fundraiser plant sales for the UC Master Gardener program in Contra Costa County will take place in three locations, for a total of six days: April 11, 12, 15 and 22 in Walnut Creek at Our Gardens; April 18 in East County in Antioch; and May 2nd in West County in Richmond a new location this year.
Every year, the Great Tomato Plant Sale brings gardeners something special. This year, we’re excited to introduce a fresh lineup of new delicious tomato varieties, along with peppers and other vegetables chosen for flavor, productivity, and garden performance.
You’ll get a preview of what’s new, from unique heirlooms to exciting modern varieties that deserve a place in your garden. You’ll also find helpful articles and growing tips designed to set you up for a successful vegetable season—from choosing the right tomato to protecting plants during hot summer days. A short guide explaining the disease-resistant codes is also included to help you understand what they mean and how they can benefit your garden.
Take a moment to explore and read ‘Here’s What’s New in 2026’, then follow the links to discover the full collection of plants and resources waiting for you at this year’s Great Tomato Plant Sale.
We are looking forward to seeing your smiling faces very soon. Please mark your calendars with the dates below, as we’d hate for you to miss a single minute of the excitement. See you there!
- Saturday and Sunday, April 11 and 12, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Wednesdays, April 15 and 22, from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. – Our Garden, Walnut Creek(located at the corner of N. Wiget and Shadelands);
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- Mobility accessible station with all plant varieties will be available in the parking lot.
- Saturday, April 18, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. – Rivertown Demonstration Garden, Antioch (located in the Contra Costa Event Park & Fairgrounds, 1201 W 10th Street);
- Saturday, May 2, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. – New Location! Richmond Art Center (2540 Barrett Ave, Richmond):
Please note:
- Fruits & Vegetables
- 70+ varieties of tomatoes, plus peppers, eggplants, squash and more
- All plants are $4.00
- All sales are Visa, MasterCard, Cash or Check
- Remember to bring boxes or containers to carry your new plants home!
- For safety reasons, pets are not allowed inside the sales area.
Description lists:
- Go to Beefsteak Tomatoes
- Go to Cherry & Paste Tomatoes
- Go to Slicer Tomatoes
- Go to Peppers
- Go to Other Veggies and Herbs
Shopping Lists
- Shopping List for Our Garden, Walnut Creek (PDF)
- Shopping List for Rivertown, Antioch (PDF)
- Shopping List for West County (PDF)
For more information visit 2026 Great Tomato Plant Sale | UC Master Gardener Program of Contra Costa County.
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