August Gardening Classes at Stanislaus County Libraries

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Anne E Schellman

3 1/2' tall pink planter with fall vegetables such as lettuce.
Raised garden planter built and photographed by Terry Harper.
Our partnership with Stanislaus County Library continues! The librarians have been so helpful and welcoming, and attendees are saying great things about our Master Gardener instructors. 

Fall Vegetable Gardening?

Even though your tomatoes are probably still going strong, now is the time to start planning for your fall vegetable garden! This month we have added the Patterson Library to our schedule. They specifically requested Water Thrifty Gardening, so next month we will offer Fall Vegetable Gardening at their location. 

August Library Branch Schedule

  • Monday, August 8, 2022 at 6:00 p.m. - Fall Vegetable Gardening - Ceres 
  • Tuesday, August 9, 2022 at 6:00 p.m.   - Fall Vegetable Gardening - Salida 
  • Wednesday, August 10, 2022 at 2:00 p.m. - Drip Irrigation/Water Thrifty Gardening – Patterson
  • Wednesday, August 10, 2022 at 6:00 p.m. - Fall Vegetable Gardening - Riverbank
  • Tuesday, August 16, 2022 at 6:00 p.m. - Fall Vegetable Gardening – Oakdale
  • Monday, August 22, 2022 at 6:15 p.m. - Fall Vegetable Gardening – Modesto 
  • Wednesday, August 24, 2022 at 6:00 p.m. - Fall Vegetable Gardening - Turlock

Class Descriptions

Fall Vegetable Gardening: Did you know you can grow vegetable plants in fall? Grow your own salad by planting leafy vegetables like lettuce, spinach, and Swiss Chard,and root vegetables like carrots, beets and radishes. These plants can be grown in the ground or in containers. Great class for beginning gardeners.

Water Thrifty Landscaping (now called Drip Irrigation): Want to make your garden more water wise? This class will teach you how to use less water, and includes detailed tips on how to install a drip irrigation system. It also includes recommendations on low-water use plants you can plant this fall once the temperature is cooler.

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Contact your local library branch to find out more or if your library isn't offering our classes yet, tell them to contact us! 


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