Protect Your Soil in Heavy Rain: Actionable Strategies for Wet Weather

With El Niño expected to bring significant rainfall this season, safeguarding your garden's foundation is more critical than ever. Join the UC Master Gardeners and the UCSC Center for Agroecology for a timely, practical workshop dedicated to protecting and preserving your garden soil during severe wet weather.

In this fast-paced, FREE online session, three experienced Master Gardeners will share practical strategies to help you manage your landscape. We'll cover key topics efficiently, with plenty of time for your specific questions.

Core Topics Covered

• Improving Drainage: Practical methods to prevent waterlogging and keep roots healthy.
• Directing Water Flow: How to safely channel excess runoff away from vulnerable areas.
• Protecting the Soil Surface: Effective techniques to shield your topsoil from heavy rainfall.
• Preventing Erosion: Strategic solutions to stop runoff from washing your valuable soil away.

The presentation will conclude with a live Q&A session, and all registered attendees will receive a curated list of online resources for a deeper dive into the material after the class.