UC Master Gardener Mike Zigelman will be talking about tomatoes, everything from their humble origins to why those store bought tomatoes are so bland; how to select, plant and care for them and even how to graft them. Hopefully, we'll almost achieve TMI (Too Much Information) for even the most devoted tomato…
Join the UC Master Gardeners of San Luis Obispo County for a four-part, hands-on gardening workshop series held on Saturdays from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM at the Centennial Park – Live Oak Room.Participants may register for the full series or attend individual workshops. Each session stands on its own, while…
UC Master Gardeners will discuss the details of soil testing, including when and how to test, as well as the roles of fertilizers, amendments, and mulch in soil improvement.
A little rose care this spring can lead to healthier roses and more blooms. Learn about when to prune roses (hint: some should be pruned in late spring), and how to prevent or treat common diseases and pests, including mildew, rust, black spot, aphids, and spider mites.
A UC Master Gardener will cover herb growth requirements, choices depending on your microclimate, and container herbs. UC Master Food Preservers will discuss harvesting and how to air-dry or dehydrator-dry herbs along with freezing herbs and storing in the refrigerator.
UC Master Gardeners will present on growing citrus and avocado trees for home gardens. The workshop will cover the unique features of different varieties of avocados. Care of these crops and common pest and disease problems seen by growers will also be discussed.
