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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).

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.

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…

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…

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…