Butte

The Wildflower & Nature Festival shines a spotlight on natural resources and handmade products in Butte County. UC Master Gardeners of Butte County will be available help with your gardening problems and to provide information about gardening and landscaping.

Succulents do well in our Mediterranean climate because their thick, fleshy leaves retain water during long dry summers. Their striking and unusual appearance makes these plants great choices for ornamental gardens. This workshop focuses on the heat and water requirements of succulents, and covers types that…

Do your favorite tools need some TLC, but you need help figuring out where to start? Join this interactive workshop to learn some techniques and good practices to extend the life of your tools and make them work harder for you.

Join us for a fascinating exploration of the clues that weeds can offer about soil problems. Using the gardens at Patrick Ranch as a lab, a team of Master Gardeners will show you how to identify common weeds and what their presence might reveal about the health of the soil.

How to use hardscaping in your drought-tolerant landscape. Choose hardscape materials that are permeable so water will filter through and recharge our groundwater. Create places to sit and rest in the garden.

Create a haven for native wildlife. Landscaping with native plants and other important features can be incorporated into your garden to attract, feed, and support the life cycles of many different kinds of wildlife, including birds, insects, lizards, and more.

Learn tips and tricks that will rev up your spring garden for the season. From fine-tuning fruit trees to supercharging perennial garden beds, we'll share practical takeaways valuable for novice gardeners and old pros alike. There will be a focus on soil-building techniques, prepping for the summer vegetable…

Companion planting is the practice of arranging plants in proximity to one another so that they attract beneficial insects and pollinators, deter unwanted pests, and offer shelter and food for beneficial insects.

Salvias are a desirable plant in water-wise and habitat gardens due to their long flowering season, low water usage, and hardiness. Salvia selection, planting, watering, and pruning will be covered. In addition, some great Salvia companions (those which thrive under the same cultural conditions and look…

UC Master Gardeners of Butte County will be available to help with your gardening problems and to provide information about gardening and landscaping.