Archive Nut, Prune and Olive Programs

There’s no need to abandon gardening when the weather cools!  In fact, many vegetables, such as brussels sprouts, cabbage, and cauliflower, can only successfully be grown as the temperatures drop and the days shorten!  Come learn about the advantages and disadvantages of cool-season gardening,…

 In this workshop, you will learn about the importance of native keystone plants which are unique components of local food webs, providing habitat for birds, butterflies, bees and other wild creatures.  View a colorful selection of native plants that will provide beauty as well as habitat in your…

Come learn the fundamentals involved in collecting, cleaning and storing seeds from your garden's plants, so you can grow them again in future seasons.  This session will teach you how to select healthy plants, identify when to harvest seeds, proper seed cleaning methods and appropriate storage…

Tired of the time and cost that go into maintaining a lawn?  Learn how to replace your lawn with low water plants, including California Natives, to reduce maintenance and watering needs while using fewer pesticides and supporting local birds, bees and butterflies.Free but reservations required:…

Come learn the fundamentals involved in collecting, cleaning and storing seeds from your garden's plants, so you can grow them again in future seasons.  This session will teach you how to select healthy plants, identify when to harvest seeds, proper seed cleaning methods and appropriate storage…

Join us for a hands-on workshop to learn how the components of Integrated Pest Management can help create a healthy garden and minimize the use of pesticides. Emphasis will be on working with nature’s pest control helpers (beneficial insects) in your garden. This interactive session includes a presentation…

Hands-on gardeners will learn some low and no-cost ways to improve their water efficiency.  They'll also learn tips for upgrading their irrigation system and/or downsizing their lawn (both of which may be eligible for rebates).

Consider spicing up your garden with fresh herbs!Culinary herbs make food taste fantastic, and there is no better way to spice up your garden, than to add a few herbs to your planting list. In this class, learn growing techniques for traditional favorites and a few unusual herbs that are fun, fascinating…

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.

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.