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Growing Roses

Event Date
Jun 10 2025

Program: Come and learn how to select, grow, and prune roses for our local gardens. There will be a demonstration on how to prune roses during the class.Speakers: Rod Kerr is a Master Gardener who has been growing and tending roses for more than 30 years. He has been teaching classes on growing roses to…
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Making the Best Use of Your Irrigation System

Event Date
Aug 2 2025

Program: This presentation will strive to make sense of the history of gardening, the evolution of irrigation, and the idea of seasonal supplemental watering and the devices we use to apply water in our gardens. The general theme is Earth-Friendly Gardening. Marin Master Gardeners' mission is to educate…
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Making the Best Use of Your Irrigation System

Event Date
Jun 7 2025

Program: This presentation will strive to make sense of the history of gardening, the evolution of irrigation, and the idea of seasonal supplemental watering and the devices we use to apply water in our gardens. The general theme is Earth-Friendly Gardening. Marin Master Gardeners' mission is to educate…
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Making the Best Use of Your Irrigation System

Event Date
May 1 2025

Program: This presentation will strive to make sense of the history of gardening, the evolution of irrigation, and the idea of seasonal supplemental watering and the devices we use to apply water in our gardens. The general theme is Earth-Friendly Gardening. Marin Master Gardeners' mission is to educate the…
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Civic Center Library Seed and Plant Exchange

Event Date
May 7 2025

Program: Seed and plant exchange, advice from UC Marin Master Gardeners and planting activities for all ages at the Civic Center Library. The event is co-sponsored by UC Marin Master Gardeners and the Friends of the Civic Center Library.Cost: FREESponsored by Marin Master Gardeners and Civic Center Library
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Urban Gardening at South Novato Library

Event Date
May 2 2025

Program: Marin Master Gardeners and Friends of South Novato Library sponsor an urban gardening container workshop. Seedlings and seeds will be available to attendees to plant. Children welcome. Get gardening tips from Marin Master Gardeners.Cost: FREESponsored by Marin Master Gardeners and South Novato…
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Native Ground Covers

Event Date
Jun 12 2025

Program: Ground covers serve many functions in the landscape, including suppressing weeds, reducing erosion, replacing lawns, softening hardscapes, and filling in large expanses. Native ground covers have the benefits of being adapted to our environment and supporting native biodiversity. In addition, they…
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Irrigation and the Home Gardener

Event Date
Jun 11 2025

Program: This presentation will strive to make sense of the history of gardening, the evolution of irrigation, and the idea of seasonal supplemental watering and the devices we use to apply water in our gardens. The general theme is Earth-Friendly Gardening. Our mission as Master Gardeners is to educate the…
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Getting to the Root of the Matter

Event Date
May 17 2025

Program: This presentation will provide home gardeners with an overview of why deep infrequent watering is recommended for maintaining healthy plants. Lois Stevens will focus on root depths and their uptake of water and nutrients. She will explain efficient watering practices for Marin's climate and soil…
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Pruning for the Essence of a Tree or Shrub

Event Date
Apr 2 2025

Program: Every species of woody tree and shrub has unique qualities which is why we want it in our garden. Learning to perceive those qualities - the essence of a tree - can guide our pruning to bring out these desired characteristics. We will discuss the distinctive attributes of trees and shrubs to…
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