Gardening

It is now the first week of September so it’s time to start looking forward to fall. This week on In the Garden with UC Master Gardeners, join Teena and Katrina around the kitchen table to discuss just what to do out there this month. Now is not a really busy time as it is still hot but know that…

Join the UC Master Gardeners of Santa Barbara County for a Garden Workshop!SUCCESS WITH SUCCULENTSIn this workshop you will learn about Containers and Soil, Succulent Care, Propagation, and you will Create Your Own Succulent Bowl.Goleta Community Center, 5679 Hollister Ave, Goleta CA 93117Saturday, October…

Join UC Master Gardeners of Santa Barbara County in a Free Garden WorkshopGROWING CALIFORNIA NATIVESTopics covered will be: What are California Native plants? Why are native plants important? Native plants in your garden. Native plants in containers. Helpful resources.Registration is RequiredSaturday,…

 Learn about succulents and make a beautiful wreath. Instructions and all materials are provided by UC Master Gardeners. The $75 fee includes instructions and all materials. Registration required.

 Learn about succulents and make a beautiful wreath. Instructions and all materials are provided by UC Master Gardeners. The $75 fee includes instructions and all materials. Registration required.

 There are many wonderful California native shrubs and perennials that make perfect additions to existing gardens and are great replacements for better known non-native plants.  And because they are native to this climate, they are better able to withstand the swings in rainfall and temperature we…

 Climate Change is creating havoc on the world around us. What can home gardeners do to support the environment around them? How can you make your garden come alive? Master Gardener Suzanne Clarke will suggest ways to attract beneficial insects and butterflies to your garden. Presented By…

 This talk will assist home gardeners in creating productive vegetable gardens using insectary plants that are intentionally introduced to attract the “good” bugs to your garden. These “good" bugs will help to biologically control the “bad" bugs that cause damage to plants.Presented By: Sonoma County…

 Join us for the sixth annual plant sale at Petaluma Bounty Farm. Find a wide assortment of drought-tolerant succulents propagated by Sonoma County Master Gardeners. Four-inch and one-gallon succulents starting at just $5 will be available along with an impressive array of container arrangements.We…

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! …