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UC Master Gardener Program of Sonoma County: Event

Sustainability and Defensible Space

Aug 22, 2026

Learn how to create and maintain a firewise, sustainable garden that supports biodiversity while meeting County code requirements. This workshop covers plant selection, placement, and maintenance practices that preserve and even enhance wildlife habitat — while keeping your property and neighborhood…
UC Master Gardener Program of Sonoma County
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Crop Reports Are Coming In

June 25, 2026
By Ben A Faber
The 2025 Crop Reports for California counties are starting to come in.  These are the details of what happened last year. They are the closest data we have for what is "currently" going on with a county's agricultural activity, so it's not right up to the minute.  It's up to the year.  Here…
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Grapevine Red Blotch Disease

GRBD is a vector-transmitted viral disease of grapevine disease that affects pH, sugar and phenolic accumulation (Blanco-Ulate et al. 2017; Girardello et al. 2019) & ultimately reduces wine quality. Grapevine red blotch virus (GRBV) is the causal agent of Red blotch disease (GRBD).Distinguish visual…
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Busy Gardener – Month to Month - Westminister
UC Master Gardeners of Orange County: Event

The Thoughtful Gardener - Fullerton

Jul 15, 2026

Did you every wonder why you garden? Dream of the perfect garden? Wish that dream could be reality? Then let the UC Master Gardeners of Orange County take you on a journey through your gardening expectations, including selecting the right plant for the right place, best practices for managing your…
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Create a Salad Bowl Garden - Garden Grove
UC Master Gardeners of Orange County: Event

Plant A Salad Bowl Garden - Stanton

Jul 13, 2026

Ah, the salad days of life! Grow your own salad in one compact place. UC Master Gardeners of Orange County will provide information on how to plant a salad bowl garden, covering the varieties of greens, the basics of gardening, and care and harvesting. Add a review on starting from seed and from…
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Herbs
UC Master Gardeners of Orange County: Event

Herbs - Anaheim

Jul 12, 2026

Imagine being able to harvest herbs as you need them right outside your kitchen door . . . or even from your kitchen counter. Learn about growing herbs in containers – even in a pumpkin! – for use in cooking or for enjoyment in your garden. From the mundane to the exotic, UC Master Gardeners of Orange…
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Small spaces
UC Master Gardeners of Orange County: Event

Gardening in Small Spaces - Westminster

Jul 11, 2026

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…
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Compost: A Magical Transformation - Laguna Niguel
UC Master Gardeners of Orange County: Event

Compost 101 - Irvine

Jul 11, 2026

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!…
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Creating Wildlife Habitat
UC Master Gardeners of Orange County: Event

Create a Wildlife Habitat - Westminister

Jul 9, 2026

No, not the lions-and-tigers-and-bears kind of wildlife! More like the small critters such as birds, bees, butterflies and lizards. UC Master Gardeners of Orange County will show you how to attract wildlife by creating a welcoming habitat. Learn to restore a natural balance, then reap the benefits as…
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Succulents
UC Master Gardeners of Orange County: Event

Succulents - Mission Viejo

Jul 9, 2026

Succulents are such an easy plant to grow, both in the garden and in pots. UC Master Gardeners of Orange County will discuss the history and origin of succulents, their care and feeding and propagation. The presentation also covers pests and diseases and recommended remedies. Learn the variety of ways…
UC Master Gardeners of Orange County
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