Gardening

Prepare the Garden for Healthy Spring GrowthFall is the time to prep your garden for healthy and vigorous spring growth. This free outdoor class will introduce a variety of fall gardening topics including fall planting, fall and winter watering, winter protection of garden plants and irrigation systems…

 Come learn about integrating California native plants, and the helpful species that need them, into your gardening. Master Gardeners and Harvest for the Hungry Garden’s native plant specialists will discuss easy starter plants, beneficial insects, invasive plants, and year-round habitat gardening.To…

What can the human population do to return to the sustainable existence of past cultures? One answer is Permaculture. The three core foundations of Permaculture design are the ethics of EARTH CARE, PEOPLE CARE, and FAIR SHARE. Plain and simple! This week on In the Garden with UC Master Gardeners, MG…

Learn about the factors that affect success when growing plants from seeds. Topics will include selecting the proper seeds, germinating seeds, planting, and saving seeds. You'll also learn about the best conditions for starting different types of seeds. You will get to plant several types of seeds and take…

Learn about practices that will enhance the soil ecosystem and help produce healthy plant growth. You’ll find out about what you can do to improve soil structure, optimize soil fertility, and encourage beneficial microbes. Will discuss typical soil problems such as compaction, poor drainage, lack of organic…

Amador County is a great place to grow delicious fruits, nuts, and berries. This class will provide the basics, from how to plant bare root to how to care for your trees and bushes over time. And now is a great time to select and …

 Does your current irrigation system exceed 90% efficiency getting water to the root zones of your plants? This presentation will provide options and key considerations for drip irrigation to put the right amount of water in the right place when plants need it without excess runoff, over-spray, or waste…

 Now that you have planted succulents in your garden, Sonoma County Master Gardener Anne Lowings will discuss how to keep them healthy and looking good all year round. Learn how to propagate them, so you can share them with your friends. And feel free to bring along ailing succulent plants for a…

 Fall is the best time to plant, and choosing plants that thrive in our unique coastal zone will help ensure success for your home landscape. Join us for a presentation on evaluating your space, preparing for sustainable planting, and selecting mostly native plants for easy maintenance, beauty, and…

 Are you a native plant enthusiast? We've got a special treat for you. Join us under the shade of the Sycamore trees at Petaluma Bounty Unity Garden. We're hosting a workshop all about California native plants and how they can transform your home landscape. We'll dive into the nitty gritty of…