The Palo Alto Demonstration Garden‘s edible and waterwise areas are open and staffed by Master Gardeners every Saturday morning, 10 am to noon, from May through October (weather permitting). Come explore the gardens, ask questions, and get plant and garden advice.
Diagnosing Summer Vegetable Garden ProblemsAre your summer vegetables being eaten? Do they look deformed, dwarfed, or otherwise not healthy? Do you know if the culprit is an insect, an animal, a disease, or a cultural issue? Come to this workshop to learn how to combat common summer vegetable garden problems…
Have your bearded irises been in the ground for three or more years, and are they looking crowded? Mid-July through Labor Day is the perfect time to divide and replant them to reinvigorate them! Master Gardener Mary Collins, who is also a member of the Clara B. Rees Iris Society, will explain and demonstrate…
The Palo Alto Demonstration Garden‘s edible and waterwise areas are open and staffed by Master Gardeners every Saturday morning, 10 am to noon, from May through October (weather permitting). Come explore the gardens, ask questions, and get plant and garden advice.
California's native plants can be easy to grow, bloom year-round and bring birds and butterflies to your yard, plus, they need 1/10th the water and maintenance of a traditional landscape. Join us to learn each step of a plan for a successful, thriving native garden. Come away with an easy checklist and all…
Join Master Gardener Matt Hall for a presentation on keeping squirrels, rats, and gophers out of your garden. Learn about the different types of damage each of these pests is capable of and how to manage each of these types of pests in your garden through things like habitat modification, exclusion…
Come join us to learn more about tips and tricks to become a successful gardener. Any experience level is welcome!Master gardener, Mint Pasakdee, will share highlights and experience, and how to use California-based scientific information to improve your plants and soil health, and increase your bountiful…
Did you know that we are so lucky we can grow cool season vegetables in Santa Clara County? It’s true! With our cool (but not cold) rainy season, we can grow all sorts of vegetables like greens such as lettuce, chard, and kale; cruciferous vegetables like broccoli or cauliflower; and root vegetables…
Discover how to create a garden space, or even a single container, into a source of fresh, aromatic ingredients for summer drinks and herbal teas. This engaging talk takes you on a journey, with practical guidance on propagation, waterwise plants for water conservation and aromatic appeal, and design…
Have a sick plant, an ailing tree, mysterious spots on leaves? Chat with UC Master Gardeners via Zoom to diagnose your plant problems. You can also listen and learn while other people ask their questions. Priority will be given to questions emailed in advance; instructions are in the Zoom registration…
Add to the beauty of your yard with California native plants or succulents. Master Gardeners will also answer questions about these plants for you.Native Plants: Learn more about beautiful California native plants for your yard. This is an opportunity to ask questions about California Native plants for your…
The category of Asian vegetables includes a wide array of vegetables that are most popular at ethnic Asian markets. Many of these vegetables are gaining mainstream culinary followings as well. In Santa Clara County, we can grow many of them. Join UC Master Gardener Emily Maslyn, who will discuss which Asian…
The Palo Alto Demonstration Garden is open to the public every Saturday morning, 10 am–12 noon, from May through October, with Master Gardeners on site to answer your gardening questions.
Before you kill an insect in your garden, find out if it is beneficial or a pest! Master Gardener Karen Hurst will introduce the Integrated Pest Management approach (IPM) and discuss how to identify and deal with specific garden pests in a sustainable way. After the talk, we can tour the community garden to…
Would you like to learn how to create beautiful flower arrangements from flowers you can grow in your garden? Come join us for a workshop where you will learn how to cut and arrange flowers for beautiful table arrangements and bouquets. We will show you how to cut your flowers so they continue to bloom…
Join us for an evening exploration of aquaponics, a fascinating way to grow vegetables and fish together in one closed-loop system. Learn how this sustainable method recycles water, produces nutrient-rich food, and brings the science of ecosystems to life. Perfect for gardeners, tinkerers, and anyone curious…
What’s Happening and How You Can HelpMonarch butterflies are disappearing, and their future is in our hands! Ready to be part of the solution? Join us for an inspiring workshop with Santa Clara County Master Gardener Rebecca Schoenenberger. You’ll explore the secret life of monarchs, from their incredible…
Abiotic Disorders and DiseasesIn this webinar, rose care expert and retired UC Cooperative Extension advisor John Karlik will cover cultural practices for healthy roses, including fertilization and weed control. Rose diseases will be covered with special attention to rose rosette, a debilitating virus…
Learn how to propagate easy-to-grow native plants. Learn about basic principles of dividing existing patches, rooting a cutting, and planting native seeds. We shall discuss the best cultural requirements to grow these plants successfully. You will be able to divide, plant, and take home native plants for…
Discover the Magic of IrisesTransform your garden into a canvas of color! Join us for a captivating workshop on growing irises, the stunning, easy-to-care-for flowers that absolutely thrive in the Santa Clara Valley. These resilient beauties come in a spectacular rainbow of colors, from soft pastels to…
