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Food Gardens
UC Master Gardeners of Santa Barbara County: Event
Join Santa Barbara Master Gardeners in a workshop on:Garden Irrigation We will cover hands-on demonstrations, automated low-maintenance systems, simple design approaches, and DIY installation and maintenance techniques.Saturday, June 13, 2026, 10 am - 12 pmMesa Harmony Garden
Join Master Gardeners in a Garden Talk on Accessible - Adaptive Gardening We will cover how to enjoy gardening regardless of limitations and how to adapt to your needs, abilities, and preferences. June 1, 2026 | 7:00PM to 8:00PMThis is a free online event.
Join Master Gardeners in a garden workshop at the Santa Maria Public Library on Backyard Composting We will cover why we should compost, how it works, what materials are needed, methods and their pros and cons, the do's and don'ts, and troubleshooting issues. May 23, 2026 | 11AM to…
Growing vegetables, flowers, and herbs from seed is easy and economical, once you know what to do. Join Master Gardeners of OC to learn everything you need to become a seed planting pro in no time. The talk will include selection, sowing, thinning, transplanting and hardening, along with practical…
Imagine the endless possibilities for your garden, where every corner can flourish with vibrant vegetables, fragrant herbs, and succulent fruits! By making informed choices rooted in research-based practices, you can transform your outdoor space into a thriving edibles haven. Let your curiosity lead you…
If you plan it, you can do it. Discover tips and tricks to transform your gardening space, no matter how small, using ornamental plants. Enhance your garden to make an impact with various shapes, textures, and colors of plants. UC Master Gardeners of Orange County will discuss soil, integrated pest…
Now is the time to plan for homegrown vegetables into the winter! Would you like to continue to harvest luscious, home-grown vegetables even after the heat of summer subsides? If so, now is the time to plant for a fall and winter harvest. Learn how to grow a successful winter vegetable…
Learn the correct way to prune fruit trees Come out to the beautiful and educational Sherwood Demonstration Garden to learn the benefits of summer fruit tree pruning: what to prune in the summer vs winter, the reasoning, creating fruitful trees, and more. In this informative class for beginners…
Plant Sale Benefiting the UC Master Gardener Program of Amador CountyVegetables, Herbs, Perennials, Succulents, Heritage Roses, Native Plants and More!Master Gardeners will be staffing tables during the sale to answer any questions and provide you with growing tips for the plants you purchase…
Imagine a world bursting with vibrant colors, tantalizing flavors, and endless possibilities—this is the extraordinary realm of tomatoes! From the countless varieties that grace our gardens to the nuances of their cultivation, disease management, and the choice between growing in the ground or in…