Container Cultivation: Thriving Tomatoes and Vibrant Vegetables in Small Spaces
This is an in-person event
About the Event
Container Cultivation: Thriving Tomatoes and Vibrant Vegetables in Small Spaces
Description: Join us for an exciting presentation on growing tomatoes and vegetables in containers! Discover the numerous advantages of container gardening, including space-saving solutions and easier maintenance. We’ll guide you through selecting the right containers, choosing the best soil and amendments, and exploring various tomato varieties and selecting veggies that thrive in this set-up. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or a beginner, you’ll leave with valuable tips and inspiration to create your own flourishing container garden.
UC Master Gardener Presenters
- Pat Kramer: Pat is a retired oncology nurse and a passionate gardener who has been tending to her Noe Valley garden for 30 years. Pat completed the UC Master Gardener program in 2024. She is a life-long learner who enjoys sharing knowledge with others. Pat also enjoys cooking, travel, hiking and family gatherings with her husband and twin daughters.
- Troy Weakley: Troy is a recent UC Master Gardener graduate who has been gardening since he was seven years old when his mother gave him his first garden plot. He specializes in native pollinators and everything supporting their biomes. Troy is passionate about handcrafting all soil and nutrient additions, growing all plants from seed, and cultivating his plants under meticulously controlled conditions.
Registration is not required.
Event Contacts
UC Master Gardeners of San Mateo & San Francisco Counties
mgsmsf@ucanr.edu