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UC Master Gardeners of Placer County: Event

Composting and Mulching, Lincoln Library

May 16, 2026

Who knew your kitchen scraps and yard debris could improve your soil? It's called composting, which not only improves your soil, but helps you save water. Learn about how to set up a system that works for you. Also learn about mulch and its many benefits - including weed suppression and reduced water use.
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UC Master Gardeners of Placer County: Event

Growing Annual Cut Flowers, Loomis Library

May 9, 2026

Cut flowers (annuals) can be grown in both spring and fall in Placer County (Zone 9). Learn which varieties to plant in each season, and which ones should be sown directly in the garden versus started in containers.
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UC Master Gardeners of Placer County: Event

Waterwise Plants for Year-round Color, UEC

May 2, 2026

Do you desire a water-wise garden that positively impacts both humans and pollinators?  Learn how to select low-water plants, to place in low water zones, and to irrigate with low water.  We'll bring cuttings and focus on 16 desirable plants that together provide year-round color.Free but…
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UC Master Gardeners of Placer County: Event

Garden Gab at UEC

May 2, 2026

Got burning garden questions? Need advice on pests, soil, pruning, or landscape design, all in one place? Let’s gab at the Inspiration Garden! Drop in from 9:00 a.m. to noon (no registration needed) and ask an expert on everything from soil and trees to irrigation and water-wise plants. A range of local…
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UC Master Gardeners of Placer County: Event

Garden Gab at UEC

Apr 30, 2026

Got burning garden questions? Need advice on pests, soil, pruning, or landscape design, all in one place? Let’s gab at the Inspiration Garden! Drop in from 9:00 a.m. to noon (no registration needed) and ask an expert on everything from soil and trees to irrigation and water-wise plants. A range of local…
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