Fall 2026 Workshops and Talks
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November
Pest Management (IPM)
This workshop was rescheduled from November 5. If you already received a confirmation email, you do not need to register again.
Thursday, November 19, 10–11:30am
Pat's Barn
Insects are the most abundant animals on the planet, and only one percent of them are known to be pests. Learn how to identify insect pests and how to control them without using harmful insecticides.
How Does Your Garden Grow? Adaptations of California Native Plants
Saturday, November 21, 10am–12pm
Demonstration Garden
This workshop was rescheduled from November 7. If you already received a confirmation email, you do not need to register again.
Plants are adapted to the specific conditions of their native environments, including temperature, available water, soil type, and interactions with other organisms. Adaptations, which are inherited and evolve over time in response to changing conditions, allow plants to continue to meet their needs. Join us in exploring the variety of adaptations which allow California natives to succeed in Butte County despite our hot and dry summers. After the workshop we will visit our two native plant gardens.
Pumpkin Succulent Centerpieces
A fund raiser for UC Master Gardeners of Butte County, in partnership with Patrick Ranch Museum
Sunday, November 22, 1–3pm
$55 per person, all plants and supplies will be included in the cost.
Pat’s Barn
For more information email officeprm@patrickranchmuseum.org, or call 530-342-4359.
Unleash your creativity as you make a beautiful pumpkin succulent planter to use as a centerpiece on your Thanksgiving table. These beautiful, long-lasting pumpkin centerpieces feature living plants and gorgeous pumpkins, and are the perfect addition to your fall decor. The succulents can be replanted when you’re done with the centerpiece.
Register for Pumpkin Succulent Centerpieces
Demystifying Herbs NEW
Sunday, November 29, 1–4pm
Pat’s Barn
This workshop was rescheduled from Oct. 27. If you already received a confirmation email, you do not need to register again.
Learn the time-honored practical skills of planting, growing and harvesting herbs in this interactive workshop. You will leave with the knowledge to get started and keep growing herbs, or take your herb garden and culinary adventures to the next level. We will help take the mystery out of what herbs can do scientifically for the body, both as food and for pleasure. You’ll leave with resources and inspiration.
There will be a break during the workshop and herb snacks will be provided.
Register for Demystifying Herbs
About the Workshops and Talks
Registration
- Workshops are free—registration is required for all workshops.
- Registration is on a first come, first served basis.
- Heavy rain cancels outdoor workshops (unless noted); canceled workshops will be rescheduled.
- Fall Garden Talks require no registration—just show up!
Locations
- Bradley 2 at The Social, 1400 W. 3rd St., Chico
- Chapman Park Teaching Garden, 775 E. 16th Street, Chico
- Demonstration Garden: Patrick Ranch, 10381 Midway, between Chico and Durham
- Pat’s Barn, Patrick Ranch, 10381 Midway, between Chico and Durham
- Terry Ashe Recreation Center, 6626 Skyway, Paradise
- Other locations: will be either indicated in the descriptions or for private residents registered participants will receive an address via email several days before the workshop.
Questions? Need to cancel?
Please email us at anrmgbutte@ucanr.edu. Be sure to include your phone number in case we need to contact you.
Give a Gift to the UC Master Gardeners of Butte County
Gifts help support our workshops, the Demonstration Garden at Patrick Ranch, and Master Gardener community outreach projects in Butte County. Thank you! Your support is greatly appreciated!