Archive Nut, Prune and Olive Programs

Join us for monthly gardening and sustainability talks on the first Wednesday of every month at 12 - 12:30 PM and enjoy some of the seasonal harvest available. On May 1st Mary Friestadt will share her knowledge on what it takes to grow a successful herb garden.

9:00am-12:00pm - Workshop 12:00pm-1:00pm - Optional Potluck Join us to learn about key dry farming strategies and considerations for success.

2024 Stanislaus County Scholarship Applications are due! See attachments for applications.

County Ambassador Applications are due! See attachment for application.

Creating Healthy Soil Description: Healthy soil is alive with a diverse community of organisms that work together to decompose organic matter, recycle nutrients, improve soil structure, and create pore space for water storage. All of these processes are essential for plant growth and development.

Join Project Learning Tree at the South Coast Research and Extension Center for a fun day of learning about Urban Agriculture and Environmental Education opportunties.

Compost Awareness Week Tabling Event Description: The City of San Mateo is hosting a Compost Awareness event at their Corporation Yard. UC Master Gardeners will be on hand to answer composting questions and to explain how compost improves soil health. Attendees can pick up some free compost.

Introduction to Gardening with Natives Description: There are hundreds of plants native to San Francisco. We'll discuss the advantages of growing natives and how to get started.

Ready to dig in the garden again? Now is the time to plant warm season vegetables to feed your family over the summer months.

Encore! Encore! Encore! Thats what perennials are all about, and UC Master Gardeners of Orange County can tell you all about them.