Gardening

 Climate Change is creating havoc on the world around us. What can home gardeners do to support the environment around them? How can you make your garden come alive? Master Gardener Suzanne Clarke will suggest ways to attract beneficial insects and butterflies to your garden. Presented By…

 This talk will assist home gardeners in creating productive vegetable gardens using insectary plants that are intentionally introduced to attract the “good” bugs to your garden. These “good" bugs will help to biologically control the “bad" bugs that cause damage to plants.Presented By: Sonoma County…

 Join us for the sixth annual plant sale at Petaluma Bounty Farm. Find a wide assortment of drought-tolerant succulents propagated by Sonoma County Master Gardeners. Four-inch and one-gallon succulents starting at just $5 will be available along with an impressive array of container arrangements.We…

Just how does compost happen? Nature, as it recycles by decomposition, provides us with garden gold. UC Master Gardeners of Orange County will teach you why it is important to recycle organic waste, about the right balance of greens, browns, air and water, and how soon you can expect your first batch! …

You can’t do it all in one day, or even one month – it takes at least a year to accomplish all the gardening activities. UC Master Gardeners of Orange County will tell you how to do it, month by month.  Learn when to plant which veggie, keeping fruit trees productive, pruning, mulching, starting…

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,…

Bargain gardening involves finding ways to grow a healthy, beautiful garden while saving money. Learn techniques like starting seeds, propagating plants, and sourcing materials like soil and mulch in bulk or for free. Discover tips for strategically buying plants during sales or from discount stores,…

Bargain gardening involves finding ways to grow a healthy, beautiful garden while saving money. Learn techniques like starting seeds, propagating plants, and sourcing materials like soil and mulch in bulk or for free. Discover tips for strategically buying plants during sales or from discount stores,…

 For naturally healthy plants and soil - compost. Learn how to turn yard debris and kitchen scraps into wonderfully rich compost to use as a soil amendment or mulch in your garden. Discover the basics of composting and worm composting and find a system that’s right for you. Presented by…

 Do you love succulents and ceramics? Come on over to the Sebastopol Center for the Arts at 282 South High Street, Sebastopol on Saturday, September 13, from 10 am - 2 pm. Succulents are a great fire-wise, water-wise and colorful plant for your garden.  Sonoma County Master Gardeners is…