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Thank you to all who registered!  Class is SOLD OUT. Master Food Preservers of Orange County Present a Public ClassAn Introduction to Artisan CheesemakingMarch 3, 2026        Beginning at 1:30 pmJoin the Master Food Preservers of Orange County on March 3, 2026 and…

UC Master Gardener Nick Landolfi will describe the basics of healthy soil and a plant friendly environment, seed germination and seedling care, transplanting of seedlings and care of growing plants, as well as vegetable harvesting and post-harvesting garden care. A variety of techniques and helpful hints…

If you love gardening but have minimal outdoor space, creating compost to feed your plants can be challenging. But worms can create vermicompost for you, and they can do it in very small spaces – even indoors! In this presentation you'll learn the importance of compost for keeping your plants healthy, and…

No matter the size of your patio, deck, balcony or apartment windowsill, you can find a place to grow succulents in the city! After a brief overview of the natural history of succulents, UC Master Gardener Delle Maxwell will discuss succulent care and culture, including soils, pots, watering and light…

San Francisco gardens come with their own set of challenges—shade from neighboring buildings, compact urban lots and persistent wind. In this talk, we’ll explore how to create thoughtful, resilient and inspiring garden spaces no matter the constraints. We’ll begin by grounding ourselves in core landscape…