Pruning 101
Anyone caring for a garden or even a few plants will sooner or later be faced with the question: Am I supposed to prune this plant? Pruning can feel mysterious and daunting, but with a few basic…
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Master Gardener Education Table at the Divisadero Farmers' Market
Visit the UC Master Gardener education table at the Divisadero Farmers’ Market. Master Gardener volunteers will be available to answer your gardening questions regarding plants, plant…
From Soil and Seeds to Nutritious Vegetables: A How-To Guide
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,…
No Backyard, No Problem: Composting with Worms in the City
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 –…