Learn how to grow your own vegetable seedlings. Seed selection, planting techniques and factors affecting growth of seedlings will be covered such as soil, temperature, water, light, pests, and more.
Learn the art and science behind composting from a local Certified Master Composter. Learn about the importance of managing your organic waste (food scraps and yard trimmings) at home. As the drought worsens and the climate warms, home-based waste management has never been more relevant.
Learn the art and science behind composting from a local Certified Master Composter. Learn about the importance of managing your organic waste (food scraps and yard trimmings) at home. As the drought worsens and the climate warms, home-based waste management has never been more relevant.
New laws in California have recently been passed to address negative pesticide effects on pollinators and wildlife. Come learn about these new laws and what it means for several common home and garden pests, including insects and rodents.
Learn the art and science behind composting from a local Master Composter. Come learn about the importance of managing your organic waste (food scraps and yard trimmings) at home. As the drought worsens and the climate warms, home-based waste management has never been more relevant.
Learn the art and science behind composting from a local Master Composter. Learn about the importance of managing your organic waste (food scraps and yard trimmings) at home. As the drought worsens and the climate warms, home-based waste management has never been more relevant.
There are still cool season vegetables that can be grown before or while you plant tomatoes in late April-early May. Learn to increase food production in a small area. You will see examples of "interplanting" in our garden. Find out what you can plant now and harvest in late April to early June.
The gardening technique of the "Three Sisters" where corn, beans, and squash are planted together in a mutually beneficial arrangement. Enjoy a morning discussing the 3 Sisters planting method with UC Master Gardener Aparna Bugwadia.
There are many reasons to grow plants in containers. Have flowers at your front door, herbs by your kitchen, or overcome soil and shade challenges in your yard. We'll go over the types of containers, what to plant, ongoing maintenance, and more.