Learn how to grow a successful and productive vegetable garden from fall through early spring. Find out how many cool season vegetables are easy to grow and best for our climate. Soil preparation, watering, fertilizing, crop rotation, diseases, and pest management will also be discussed. Eat tasty vegetables…
The Palo Alto Demonstration Garden‘s edible and waterwise areas are open and staffed by Master Gardeners every Saturday morning, 10 am to noon, from May through October (weather permitting). Come explore the gardens, ask questions, and get plant and garden advice.
The Palo Alto Demonstration Garden‘s edible and waterwise areas are open and staffed by Master Gardeners every Saturday morning, 10 am to noon, from May through October (weather permitting). Come explore the gardens, ask questions, and get plant and garden advice.
This landscape design class for beginners will introduce:Basic landscape design principlesUse of plant height and width in garden spaceCreation of focal points in the gardenThere will be two hands-on interactive sessions for applying design principles to garden landscapes. Plant selection for the activities…
Ready to transform your yard into a stunning, water-saving oasis? Imagine enjoying lush, beautiful landscaping that thrives with minimal water—perfect for California’s climate and your lifestyle. Whether you want to replace your traditional lawn or create a vibrant garden full of native plants, this…
Have a sick plant, an ailing tree, mysterious spots on leaves? Chat with UC Master Gardeners via Zoom to diagnose your plant problems. You can also listen and learn while other people ask their questions. Priority will be given to questions emailed in advance; instructions are in the Zoom registration…
Cool-season vegetables are a smart choice—they are watered by winter rains, attract fewer pests, and require less effort overall. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn how to plant seedlings of cool season crops like salad greens, kale, chard, broccoli, cabbage, and more. We’ll also demonstrate how to…
Many Asian vegetables are gaining mainstream culinary followings today. In Santa Clara County, we can grow many of them. Join UC Master Gardener Emily Maslyn, who will discuss which Asian vegetables can be grown in your garden this fall. Read about our Asian Vegetable Trial and our Harvesting and…
Join UC Master Gardener Maria Guerra for a unique talk on purple vegetables that grow in our zones 9b and 10a. This will include peppers (both sweet & hot), eggplant, beans, tomatoes, microgreens (including Mizuna), lettuce, herbs, and chards.Maria is also a Master Composter and Master Food Preserver…
Learn how to grow a successful and productive vegetable garden from fall through early spring. Learn about how many cool season vegetables are easy to grow and grow well in our climate. We’ll also cover soil preparation, watering, fertilizing, crop rotation, diseases, and pest management. Eat tasty…
While the rest of the garden slows down, garlic and shallots are just getting started. These culinary powerhouses grow beautifully in our local winter conditions. UC Master Gardener Aparna Bugwadia will guide you through the essentials of a productive season, including proper soil preparation, planting…
Have you seen more ants come in your house than invited guests this summer? Have mystery pests sampled or made off with prized fruits and veggies or even whole plants? We'll talk about vertebrate pests like rats, gophers and squirrels and invertebrate pests from the ick to the inconvenient in this talk by…
You may be familiar with California Native ornamental plants, but did you know that there are Mediterranean climates around the world that have the same growing conditions as we have here in Santa Clara County? They produce many beautiful ornamentals that grow very well here and need low water and little or…
Learn about practices to 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. We’ll discuss typical soil problems such as compaction, poor drainage, lack of organic matter…
Many different diseases can attack landscape palms in California. Giving your landscape palms the care they need can significantly reduce the chances of disease development and help reduce any long-term impacts. In this webinar, learn about common palm diseases and the best strategies for management using an…
Add to the beauty of your yard with California native plants or succulents. Find the best plant for your space. Master Gardeners will also answer questions about these plants for you.Native Plants: Learn more about beautiful California native plants for your yard. This is an opportunity to ask questions…
Do you want to learn how to set up a successful worm composting bin at your home? This Vermicomposting Workshop includes information on worm anatomy, the worm lifecycle, the worm compost cycle, worm composting do’s and don’ts, and the building of a small worm bin that you will be able to take home with you…
Get ready to spice up your garden! We’re diving into the world of alliums, covering everything from softneck and hardneck garlic varieties to gourmet shallots. We will walk you through a foolproof holiday-based timeline: planting by Thanksgiving, fertilizing in March, and harvesting in June. You’ll also…
Turn your kitchen scraps into “Black Gold”!Worm composting is a neat, easy, and odorless way to recycle food and some paper waste into nutrient-rich plant food. It can be done indoors, on the patio, or in the yard. You’ll have your own supply of worm castings—a nitrogen-rich soil amendment that will make…
The Palo Alto Demonstration Garden‘s edible and waterwise areas are open and staffed by Master Gardeners every Saturday morning, 10 am to noon, from May through October (weather permitting). Come explore the gardens, ask questions, and get plant and garden advice.
