Garden to Table Series - Vine Time: Growing Magnificent Melons & Cucumbers/Ventura

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Date: June 4, 2025

Time: 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Contact: Nicole masn2001@msn.com

Sponsor: Master Gardeners of Ventura County

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Garden to Table Series - Vine Time: Growing Magnificent Melons & Cucumbers

Experience the sweetness of homegrown melons and the crisp freshness of garden cucumbers! From honeydew to cantaloupe, Persian cucumbers to pickling varieties, discover the secrets of growing these sprawling summer favorites in Ventura County. Our Master Gardener instructor, Terry Garman, will share proven techniques for successfully growing melons and cucumbers in our Mediterranean climate, ensuring your vines thrive and produce abundantly.

Learn key growing strategies including variety selection, trellising options, pollination tips, and proper irrigation methods. We'll cover the complete growing cycle - from seed to harvest - plus expert guidance on knowing when your melons are perfectly ripe and keeping your cucumbers producing all season long. Whether you're dreaming of fresh summer smoothies or crisp cucumber salads, you'll get the knowledge needed to grow these refreshing garden treasures.

Date: Wednesday, June 4, 2025

Time: 4pm-5pm

Location: Ave Library, 606 North Ventura Ave, Ventura

Link to Register: https://surveys.ucanr.edu/survey.cfm?surveynumber=45262

Walk ins Welcome!

If you have gardening questions, please email our free Master Gardener Helpline at mgventura@ucdavis.edu

To Cancel this class email: masn2001@msn.com

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