Program: Ground covers serve many functions in the landscape, including suppressing weeds, reducing erosion, replacing lawns, softening hardscapes, and filling in large expanses. Native groundcovers have the benefits of being adapted to our environment and supporting native biodiversity.
Program: Marin Master Gardeners and Friends of South Novato Library sponsor an urban gardening container workshop. Seedlings and seeds will be available to attendees to plant. Children welcome. Get gardening tips from Marin Master Gardeners.Cost: FREESponsored by Marin Master Gardeners and South Novato…
Program: Want to learn about growing edibles? Come and hear about preparation of planting beds and containers, selection of plant varieties including tomatoes, best watering practices and managing diseases and problems - lessons learned from a real garden.Location: Mill Valley Public LibraryDate: Saturday,…
Program: Seed and plant exchange, advice from UC Marin Master Gardeners and planting activities for all ages at the Civic Center Library. The event is co-sponsored by UC Marin Master Gardeners and the Friends of the Civic Center Library.Cost: FREESponsored by Marin Master Gardeners and Civic Center Library
Program: Are you interested in growing strawberries and/or blueberries, or have you tried to do so unsuccessfully in the past? Come and learn which varieties are recommended, what their requirements are for light, soil, water and fertilizer, how to plant and care for your plants, how to propagate them, and…
Program: This presentation will provide home gardeners with an overview of why deep infrequent watering is recommended for maintaining healthy plants. Lois Stevens will focus on root depths and their uptake of water and nutrients. She will explain efficient watering practices for Marin's climate and soil…
Program: Got a green monster in your garden? Is your tired lawn soaking up lots of water but providing little usefulness? In this presentation, you’ll learn why lawns are not eco-friendly, watch a short video that shows the best method to easily eliminate one, and discover how to decide the best use for the…
Program: A Practical Guide to Help Them Survive-Monarch butterflies, as much as we love them, are in danger of extinction here in California. Learn about their life cycle/needs and practical steps that we can take in Marin County to help with their survival.
Program: This presentation will strive to make sense of the history of gardening, the evolution of irrigation, and the idea of seasonal supplemental watering and the devices we use to apply water in our gardens. The general theme is Earth-Friendly Gardening. Our mission as Master Gardeners is to educate the…
Program: Ground covers serve many functions in the landscape, including suppressing weeds, reducing erosion, replacing lawns, softening hardscapes, and filling in large expanses. Native ground covers have the benefits of being adapted to our environment and supporting native biodiversity. In addition, they…
Program: Got a green monster in your garden? Is your tired lawn soaking up lots of water but providing little usefulness? In this presentation, you’ll learn why lawns are not eco-friendly, watch a short video that shows the best method to easily eliminate one, and discover how to decide the best use for the…
Program: Ground covers serve many functions in the landscape, including suppressing weeds, reducing erosion, replacing lawns, softening hardscapes, and filling in large expanses. Native groundcovers have the benefits of being adapted to our environment and supporting native biodiversity. In addition, they…
