Santa Barbara

UC Master Gardeners Janet Rogers, Sue Solomon and Ken Falstrom will share a research-based presentation, Growing Berries. They will discuss techniques, challenges, and success strategies for growing strawberries, boysenberries, blackberries, and blueberries in Southern California gardens.

January is a great time of year to plant bare-root fruit trees. Master Gardener Janet Rogers will talk about the benefits of planting bare-root fruit trees, how to select varieties based on chill hours, soil, water requirements, and more.

UC Master Gardeners Russ Baldocchi and Janet Rogers will present a research-based workshop discussing elements of dormant pruning to control both the size of the trees and fruit quality, followed by hands-on practical pruning experience in the garden led by experienced pruners.

The UC Master Gardeners of Santa Barbara County, the Lompoc Public Library, CalFresh Healthy Living, and the Santa Barbara County Master Food Preservers invite you to a free in-person event for children: Gardening with Herbs.

Growing Roses Online Event with UC Master Gardeners Online Class Registration Here View Flyer!...

Self-Watering in the Home Garden Join Master Gardeners and learn: Alternatives to conventional irrigation Passive watering methods Reduce hand watering How and when to use Olla pots, terracotta spikes, water globes, and more.

Growing Garlic and Onions November is the time of year to get starts in the ground for a bountiful summer harvest.

In-Person Workshop Vertical Gardening Master Gardeners will cover: Expand your growing space Choosing your plants Achieving better yield Vertical growing options Register Here Spaces Limited Flyer...

Winter is the best time to prepare for Spring. Good planning will save you time and effort when the warmer months arrive and will set you up for success.

Join Master Gardeners online for: Tomatoes the Queen of the Summer Garden Master Gardeners will cover: Where, when and how to plant Tomato plant care and maintenance Tomato varieties Troubles with tomatoes Zoom Registration...