Gardening

What does gardening have to do with the University of California? Quite a lot! This week, the subject is “Rooted in Research: The UC Master Gardener Program.” MG Bill Brooks talks with Randy Musser, Program Coordinator for the Master Gardeners of Orange County, about the many ways the University of…

Free fun for the whole family! UC Master Gardeners of Calaveras County hope to see you at our fall festival and plant sale at the Demo Garden for our annual event. 

UCCE Master Gardener Training OrientationThe University of California Cooperative Extension (UCCE) invites adults interested in helping others learn about gardening  UCCE Master Gardener volunteers learn University-based scientific information and then share that knowledge with the gardening…

On Saturday, September 19, Sonoma County Master Gardeners will host a pop-up succulent sale.  Shoppers will be able to scoop up loads of great drought tolerant succulents propagated by Master Gardeners.  Prices start at just $5.00!  Succulent-topped pumpkins in an assortment of sizes will be…

Love succulents or just getting started?  This class is for you. Succulents are wonderfully easy to grow, whether in the garden or in containers. UC Master Gardeners of Orange County will explore the history and origins of succulents, plus essential care techniques including watering, feeding, and…

Come Grow, Learn, Play, and Shop with Us! This fun, free event for children and adults ​will be held at Nokhnoma Teaching and Demonstration Garden* in Santa Rosa. Activities for children will include items they can make and take home such as corn husk dolls, sun catchers, gratitude banners,…

Ah, the salad days of life!  Grow your own salad in one compact place. UC Master Gardeners of Orange County will provide information on how to plant a salad bowl garden, covering the varieties of greens, the basics of gardening, and care and harvesting.  Add a review on starting from seed and…

Cool season vegetables are cool! From gourmet selections to a stir-fry garden, this presentation covers everything you need to know about starting and growing vegetables that you can harvest in fall, winter and early spring. UC Master Gardeners of Orange County will show you how to "start something"…

Let’s face it. We live in a climate where water has been and will continue to be an issue. This presentation covers gardening in the Southern California Mediterranean climate, and UC Master Gardeners of Orange County will provide tips for designing and planning the drought-tolerant garden, including…

Just how does compost happen? Nature, as it recycles by decomposition, provides us with garden gold. UC Master Gardeners of Orange County will teach you why it is important to recycle organic waste, about the right balance of greens, browns, air and water, and how soon you can expect your first batch! …