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In this workshop, we look at how maintenance requirements may factor into your garden choices. Flower growth habits, longevity, irrigation, sun and soil needs—these considerations and more make a difference in how much time you devote to your plants. We identify and address issues such as: How long will the…

This class will cover what to plant in various situations, such as raised beds, pots, grow bags, and in the ground. We will discuss planting methods like square foot gardening and lasagna gardening, and explain different techniques for growing plants, such as seed starting, winter sowing in jugs, and soil…

This workshop will help you get started with the flower garden of your dreams or sharpen and hone the flower gardening skills you already have. From the fundamentals of flower garden planning through site selection and preparation, seed starting, propagating, and the basics of garden design—we’ve got it all…

Would you like to plant different varieties of summer vegetables than those that are available at the big box stores as starts? Learn to start your own plants from seed, and you can choose any variety you’d like! Our focus will be tomatoes and peppers. You say you don’t have a heated greenhouse? Not to worry…

Come learn about companion planting and have fun sketching a few of the plants. UC Master Gardeners Yvonne Blanchard and Jasmine Martinez will share their love of gardening and drawing. You will learn about a few companion plants and how to use them in your gardening. Afterwards you will go into the garden…

You may be familiar with California Native ornamental plants. But did you know that there are Mediterranean climates around the world that have the same growing conditions as we have here in Santa Clara County. They produce many beautiful ornamentals that grow very well here and need low water. October and…

Join us for a hands-on workshop to learn how to care for & maintain your garden tools. Bring a pair of pruning shears or loppers & we will help you get them cleaned & sharpened.