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Non-Toxic Pest Management for the Garden & Home (Online)

Online CA, United States

In this class, we will learn how to approach pests and diseases with a holistic perspective and without the need for toxic pesticides. We’ll explore how a garden ecosystem works from the ground up, through the lens of Integrated Pest Management (IPM). Charlotte Canner is an IPM Advocate and educator with the Our Water Our […]

Herb Garden 101 (Online)

Online CA, United States

Do you enjoy using fresh herbs when you cook? If so, then you probably know how expensive they can be. In this class you will learn how to create your own water-wise herb garden. Presenters will cover what plants to choose, how to plant herbs, whether to start from seed or buy a starter plant, […]

Gardening with Succulents (Online)

Online CA, United States

Gardening with Succulents Instructor:  Jennifer Ahlstrand Attendees will learn how to design a visually successful succulent garden that requires low maintenance and little water. Course will also cover how to care for, irrigate, and propagate succulents.

Water-Wise Edible Gardening (Online)

Online CA, United States

Water-wise Edible Gardening Instructor:  Loretta O'Brien Participants will discover how to reduce water needs for seasonal vegetable gardening and what to plant in the spring to maximize the harvest season. This class will also cover how to incorporate organic maintenance techniques, including how to use compost and cover crops. Registration closes Friday, May 14th at […]

Design It Yourself Native Plant Landscape (Online)

Online CA, United States

Explore a new and approachable way to develop designs for beautiful, productive, habitat rich, and maintainable native plant landscapes. Learn the steps and principles of creating a native plant landscape design. Instructor:  Juanita Salisbury Register for free here: bit.ly/Native-Plant-Landscape-Webinar Registration closes Wednesday, May 19th 3:30 pm Hosted by: Bay Area Water Supply and Conservation Agency […]

Family Workshop: How to Grow Your Own Salad (Online)

Online CA, United States

Need a social distance hobby? Join us by learning how to grow your own salad ingredients from scratch. This workshop will teach you techniques to conserve water in your garden by growing seasonal edible plants that you can harvest. This program is intended for the whole family, suggested ages 6 and older. Instructor:  Suzanne Bontempo […]

Collective Roots Organic Pest Management Workshop (Online)

Online CA, United States

Join us in the garden to identify and mitigate uninvited guests and avoid them eating your garden treasures. Also, how to attract the beneficial critters to your garden for better fruition and overall garden ecological health. Únase a nosotros en el jardín para identificar y mitigar a los no invitados y evitar que se coman […]

Backyard Composting Workshop (Online)

Online CA, United States

This workshop, instructed by local gardening and composting experts Najiha Al Asmar and Jesús Jimenez, will cover the basics of backyard hot pile composting via lecture and live demonstrations. By attending this workshop, San Mateo County residents qualify for a composting bin and discounted supplies. Please note that backyard composting (also known as “hot pile” composting) is a special […]

Firescaping! (Online)

Online CA, United States

As California’s population and temperatures continue to grow, so does the likelihood of community destroying wildfires. The 10 most costly wildfires in U.S. history have all occurred in California—and the top 5 within the last two years. Join Douglas Kent, author of Firescaping, as he highlights the essential qualities of a protected property. Kent will […]

Compost Basics for Everyone (Online)

Online CA, United States

This class is part of the UC Master Gardeners Series. What do food scraps and plant trimmings have to do with gardening? They can be turned from trash to treasure by making compost for growing healthy plants. You can also save money and the planet by making this nutrient-rich soil amendment yourself. We'll cover basics […]