Conserve Water, Reduce Expense, Protect Investments! With summer coming soon, it is very important to preserve our water resources, while protecting the investments in our plants and landscaping. Master Gardeners Sheri Burke and Cheryl Turner will discuss the basics of home sprinkler and drip…
Do you want to grow native plants, but don't know where to begin? Master Gardener volunteers will take the mystery out of it and can teach you the basics of gardening with California native plants! Topics will include: Who should grow California native plants? (hint, everyone!)What California…
Everything is coming up roses! Roses bring beauty, fragrance, and romance into our lives. Whether you are new to roses or experienced, a Master Gardener will inform and inspire you about the selection, planting, care and feeding of roses. You'll learn how easy it is to bring the…
Flower wildcrafting is a technique of creating a natural-looking garden that incorporates both human propagation activities along with self-propagation by plants, including annuals, bulbs, natives, and perennials. Learn how to envision, plan, plant, maintain, and enjoy a year-round wildcrafted floral garden…
Fall Into Gardening - A Plant List for FallHere are some plants to consider planting in the fall and plants that shine in autumn.Seed a Wildflower Garden To stretch the bloom season of your wildflower garden, be sure to include some of the following wildflower perennials: Blanket Flower,…
Selecting and Planting Landscape TreesA landscape tree is a long-term investment. That investment begins with selecting quality nursery stock and continues with thoughtful placement, proper planting and careful establishment. Tahoe's short EXTERNAL IMAGEgrowing season, cold winters, intense summer sun,…
As our gardens finish providing us colorful flowers and tasty food, it's time to decide what to do with the other valuable commodity they're providing us: seeds for future years! Let's start with the easiest way to save and re-sow seeds: let nature take control! By leaving flowers to fully…