Growing Summer Vegetables (Online)
Online CA, United StatesREGISTER HERE Zoom link to be provided following registration. Description: Join Master Gardener Jonathan Propp to learn how to grow summer vegetables. Topics include soil preparation and nutrition; what to plant and when; planting with seeds versus seedlings; sunlight requirements; succession planting; water needs; pest management. Presenter Master Gardener Jonathan Propp: Jonathan has been a Master Gardener […]
School Garden Leaders Workshop (Online)
Online CA, United StatesREGISTER HERE Zoom link to be provided following registration. Description: School Garden Leaders! Come to this virtual workshop to learn and share ideas. Topics covered at this session are Garden Science for Elementary Grades, Irrigation for Schools and Engaging Volunteers. Workshop is open to residents or schools in San Francisco and San Mateo Counties. Questions? Please contact […]
ReScape Design Qualification Training (Online)
Online CA, United StatesREGISTER HERE About this event Cost: Early-Bird till 2/28: $495 per person | Regular: $550 per person | Group Rate (5 or more from the same agency): $495 per person Course Sessions, 9:00am - 3:00pm: Tuesday, March 29, 2022 Wednesday, March 30, 2022 Thursday, March 31, 2022 This course will be presented in a live, online webinar format. Based on ReScape’s 8 Principles, this training […]
Green Streets Bioblitz
Half Moon Bay Library 620 Correas St, Half Moon Bay, CA, United StatesIMG_3525 Want to learn more about bioswales? Come by the Half Moon Bay Library and chat with the Master Gardeners who will be constructing and planting a bioswale. Bioswales help introduce vegetation to urban landscapes and capture and clean rainwater. This is part of the Green Streets Stewardship Program which promotes sustainable stormwater management through the […]
Rain Barrel Hands-On Installation Workshop at Laurel Elementary
Laurel Elementary School 316 36th Ave, San Mateo, CA, United StatesJoin us for a FREE rain barrel workshop sponsored by Flows to Bay, the San Mateo Countywide Water Pollution Prevention Program. Learn the benefits of rain barrels with a pro and take part in an actual installation happening on the campus of Laurel Elementary School. Who knows—you may be inspired to install your own rain […]
Rain Barrel Hands-On Installation Workshop (Menlo Park)
Belle Haven School 415 Ivy Dr, Menlo Park, CA, United StatesJoin us for a FREE rain barrel workshop sponsored by Flows To Bay, the San Mateo Countywide Water Pollution Prevention Program. REGISTER HERE: https://www.flowstobay.org/belle-haven-workshop Learn the benefits of rain barrels with a pro and take part in an actual installation happening on the campus of Belle Haven Elementary School. Who knows—you may be inspired to […]
Vegetable Gardening in Time of Drought
Online CA, United StatesDescription: Spring is the time to plant your vegetable garden. At the same time drought is, once again, upon us. Most of California was dry farmed before irrigation systems were common. Zoom in and learn about what crops can tolerate little to no water, bring back some tried-and-true practices. Also, learn about ways to grow […]
Native Plants in the Built Environment
CA, United StatesIt is well-established that native tree species in an urban forest provide habitat for the insect fauna and the avifauna. California and indeed, the globe, is in a potentially catastrophic biodiversity crisis. Forty percent of the world’s insects are threatened with extinction, as are 30% of bird species. Every effort must be made to restore, […]
San Mateo Arboretum Society Plant Clinic
San Mateo Arboretum Kohl Pumphouse 101 9th Ave, San Mateo, CA, United StatesIn-person UC Master Gardener Plant Clinics are back at the San Mateo Arboretum Society (SMAS)! Come anytime between 11am - 2pm for this walk-in plant clinic. Master Gardeners will be available to answer your questions from general information to advice about specific problems. Bring samples of your problem plants for better diagnosis. If you suspect insect […]
Container Gardening in the Fall
East Palo Alto Library 2415 University Avenue, East Palo Alto, CA, United StatesDescription: Fall is a time of change in the garden, and container gardening is no exception. We will discuss what vegetables to plant for fall and winter, how to manage and improve your container soil, along with container sizing and maintenance. There will be a seed swap after the class. Presenter Master Gardener Jonathan Propp: A […]