Gardening

California native plants can be planted in winter to allow them to develop roots for spring growth. There will be many varieties for sale. The Common Yarrow is shown. It has edible leaves that have a peppery flavor.Please note: the park charges $6.00 for parking, or you can park closer to our Demonstration…

Are you not sure what to do after your roses have finished blooming? Then this talk is for you. Join Laura Westley to learn the basics on how to prune roses and other perennial bushes in the winter and keys to giving roses a great start for their next growing season in the spring. You will also discover…

Transform any space—from a tiny balcony to a spacious patio—into a lush, productive oasis! This one-hour talk with UC Master Gardener Bernie Day will equip you with the basic information you need to become a successful container gardener. We'll dive into the best plants that truly thrive outside the ground,…

Attention houseplant parents, do you need help solving the houseplant problems with scientific based information? UC Master Gardener, Mint Pasakdee, will give practical tips and how-to keep your houseplants to stay healthy all-year-round. She will cover the basics of light, water, soil, and fertilizer…

Winter is the best time to prune fruit trees because they’re dormant and you can see the tree structure. Proper pruning timing and technique allow your trees to produce the best fruit. Come join us for a free workshop to learn about pruning fruit trees. Learn the why, how, and when of pruning for best…

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…

Come visit with a UC Master Gardener of Orange County and learn all about the holiday classic, poinsettias. We'll cover their origins and history, and how to care for them throughout the holidays and beyond. Learn about the many varieties, the conditions they prefer inside and out, their pests and…

If you are busy (and who isn’t?) and like to garden, this class is for you! Not exactly “speed gardening” – but close – this presentation gives Orange County gardeners the list of top garden jobs for each area of the garden month by month. UC Master Gardeners of Orange County will discuss how to get…

Ready to enter the world of rose gardening?  You came to the right place.  UC Master Gardeners of Orange County will cover the basics:  selection, planting, care and feeding, integrated pest management and pruning.  Learn which rose is right for you and how to care for it. Free, open…

Come join us for a morning of outdoor fun at the Monarch Nature Trail in Huntington Beach! Volunteering at the MNT is a great way to learn more about Orange County's butterfly population as well as the native plants they depend on for survival. We have volunteer tasks for all ages including watering,…