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Vegetable Container GardeningPhoto credit PixabayJoin  VC Master Gardener Terry Garman, for a talk on growing vegetables in containers. It is an easy, fun way to get healthy veggies on the table when space is an issue. Learn which veggies grow best in containers as well as information on soil,…

The Magic of Seeds: Amazing Facts Every Gardener Should Know Photo credit Pixabay Discover the remarkable world of seeds and the surprising secrets they hold—from why a tiny lettuce seed can produce a giant head in weeks, to why beet "seeds" need thinning (hint: they're actually seed clusters!). We…

Beneficial Insects: How to Attract Them to Your GardenPhoto credit PixabayJoin the Master Gardeners of Ventura County to learn about beneficial insects and how to attract them to your garden. Did you know that California has 1,600 types of native bees?  Learn this and more. You will also learn the…

Join the Master Gardeners  Saturday, April 18th from 10am – 2pm for the City’s annual Arbor Earth Day Celebration at the Thousand Oaks Community Center Park located at 2525 N. Moorpark Road, next to Thousand Oaks High School. This free, family-friendly event will include electric vehicles on display,…

RAISED BED GARDENINGPhoto credit PixabayLearn about types of raised beds, how to plant in a raised bed and important tips on soil and irrigation.  See a demonstration of building a raised bed.Taught by certified Master Gardener, Lee Rosenboom.Day: Saturday, April 18 , 2026Time: 11am-12noonWhere: …

Nostalgia Gardening: Growing Memories In Your Backyard Photo credit Pixabay Journey back through the seasons of your life in this heartwarming class featuring cottage garden favorites, and beloved blooms that graced our grandparents' yards. Learn the elements of the gardening style called …

Firewise Living: From Structure to LandscapePhoto credit UCANRThis practical workshop equips homeowners with essential skills to reduce wildfire risks. Participants will learn strategies for creating defensible space around structures, including vegetation management, landscaping techniques, and home…

Demystifying Bulbs, Tubers, and Rhizomes Photo credit Pixabay Grow beautiful blooms without the guesswork. This beginner-friendly presentation demystifies bulbs, tubers, and rhizomes—how they grow, how to plant them, and how to help them thrive in containers or in the ground. You’ll leave with…

Firewise Living: From Structure to LandscapePhoto credit UCANRThis practical workshop equips homeowners with essential skills to reduce wildfire risks. Participants will learn strategies for creating defensible space around structures, including vegetation management, landscaping techniques, and home…

Ready to Garden?  Planning for Spring and Summer Photo credit Pixabay Transform your gardening space into a fresh food paradise! Join us for a practical workshop on planning and growing your own vegetables and herbs. Learn how to create a productive food garden that thrives in Ventura County's…

Gardening Tools: Tool School – Basic to Brilliant Photo credit Pixabay Unlock the secrets to becoming a gardening pro with Tool School: Basic to Brilliant! Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned gardener, this class covers everything you need to know about gardening tools—from the essential must…

Drip Irrigation at Calleguas MWDPhoto credit PixabayLearn tips, techniques and participate in a hands-on drip irrigation experience you can use in the home landscape. Taught by Ventura County Master Gardeners, sponsored by Calleguas Municipal Water DistrictDate: Saturday, May 9, …

A Bouquet for Mom or Grandma: A Mother's Day Floral ClassPhoto credit PixabayCelebrate Mother’s Day by creating a fresh floral arrangement styled to look like a chic purse—an unforgettable gift with a whimsical twist. This workshop is ideal for teens, mothers, and grandmothers looking to share a creative…

Gardening Tools: Tool School – Basic to Brilliant Photo credit Pixabay Unlock the secrets to becoming a gardening pro with Tool School: Basic to Brilliant! Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned gardener, this class covers everything you need to know about gardening tools—from the essential must…

It's Tomato Time!Photo credit PixabayPlease join the Ventura County Master Gardeners at this talk about growing your own tomatoes.Learn about the different types and classes of tomatoes. Learn how to plant and grow tomatoes from seeding to transplanting, fertilizing, is pruning necessary, and harvest…

Vegetable Container GardeningPhoto credit PixabayJoin  VC Master Gardener Terry Garman, for a talk on growing vegetables in containers. It is an easy, fun way to get healthy veggies on the table when space is an issue. Learn which veggies grow best in containers as well as information on soil,…

RAISED BED GARDENINGPhoto credit PixabayLearn about types of raised beds, how to plant in a raised bed and important tips on soil and irrigation.  See a demonstration of building a raised bed.Taught by certified Master Gardener, Lee Rosenboom.Day: Tuesday, May 12 , 2026Time: 4:30pm-5:30pmWhere: …

Garden to Table Series - Some Like It Hot: Mastering Pepper ProductionPhoto credit PixabaySpice up your garden with homegrown peppers! From sweet bell peppers to zesty jalapeños and fiery habaneros, discover the colorful world of pepper growing in Ventura County. Our Master Gardener instructor, Terry Garman,…

Pollinators in Action: The Hidden Heroes of Our EcosystemsPhoto credit PixabayJoin the VC Master Gardeners and Anna Howell, Entomologist, for this timely class. Discover the vital role bees, butterflies, birds, and other pollinators play in maintaining biodiversity and food security, and learn how to…

Amazing Succulents!Photo credit MGJoin the Master Gardeners of Ventura County to learn how to care for succulents. You will learn the basics of irrigation, pests, what soil to use, when to fertilize and prune. Succulents are the camels of the plant world, so plant some in your drought tolerant…