Come join us for a morning of outdoor fun at the Monarch Nature Trail in Huntington Beach! Volunteering at the MNT is a great way to learn more about Orange County's butterfly population as well as the native plants they depend on for survival. We have volunteer tasks for all ages including watering,…
Encore! Encore! Encore! That’s what perennials are all about, and UC Master Gardeners of Orange County can tell you all about them. Beginning with the types of perennial plants, and continuing with trees, shrubs, ornamental grasses, tropicals, and vegetables, you will get an understanding of perennials…
An English Garden in sunny Southern California? Oh, no! Let’s go native and get the same effect. UC Master Gardeners of Orange County will show you how to have a garden featuring California Native plants that will rival any other location in color, variety and beauty. All this while reducing water…
Face it. You can’t get rid of all the insects in the world, let alone in your yard . . . but you can learn to manage them so that your plants will thrive. UC Master Gardeners of Orange County will teach you how to ‘outsmart’ the bad insects and attract the beneficial ones. They will give you…
Face it. You can’t get rid of all the insects in the world, let alone in your yard . . . but you can learn to manage them so that your plants will thrive. UC Master Gardeners of Orange County will teach you how to ‘outsmart’ the bad insects and attract the beneficial ones. They will give you…
Topic: Integrated Pest Management: Guess who’s coming to dinner? All sorts of insects and other critters want to share in the bounty of your garden! UC Master Gardeners of Orange County will share the techniques of Integrated Pest Management to keep them at bay with the least toxic and…
Avocados not only make beautiful shade trees that are easy to grow in our climate, but the added bonus of tasty, versatile fruit provides multiple reasons to grow them. Learn about popular varieties and how to plant and care for avocado trees.Anaheim Public Library500 W Broadway, Anaheim,…
Just how does compost happen? Nature, as it recycles by decomposition, provides us with garden gold. UC Master Gardeners of Orange County will teach you why it is important to recycle organic waste, about the right balance of greens, browns, air and water, and how soon you can expect your first batch! …
Avocados not only make beautiful shade trees that are easy to grow in our climate, but the added bonus of tasty, versatile fruit provides multiple reasons to grow them. Learn about popular varieties and how to plant and care for avocado trees. Yes, Registration Required Free, open…
No, not the lions-and-tigers-and-bears kind of wildlife! More like the small critters such as birds, bees, butterflies and lizards. UC Master Gardeners of Orange County will show you how to attract wildlife by creating a welcoming habitat. Learn to restore a natural balance, then reap the benefits as…
Visit Our Booth at the Fair!UC Master Gardeners will be on hand to answer your gardening questions at our booth and in the gardens and will provide special displays and discussions about composting/vermiculture, hydroponics, emerging tree pests, and more. You will find us just outside the Silo Building all…
Take an adventure into the exotic world of epiphytes! Learn their history, care, and their many varieties: bromeliads, tillandsias, epiphyllum, epiphytic ferns, and orchids. Join us for our monthly series of online Zoom horticultural talks scheduled for the third Wednesday of each month (excluding…
Imagine being able to harvest herbs as you need them right outside your kitchen door . . . or even from your kitchen counter. Learn about growing herbs in containers – even in a pumpkin!Enhance your cooking and enjoy these beautiful plants in your garden. From the mundane to the exotic, UC Master…
It’s hot outside and your garden needs plenty of water. Or does it? Learn tips for efficient irrigation, preventing runoff and keeping that moisture in the ground. Presented by UC Master Gardeners. You will hear how you can have a beautiful landscape by managing water and gardening smartly…
Just how does compost happen? Nature, as it recycles by decomposition, provides us with garden gold. UC Master Gardeners of Orange County will teach you why it is important to recycle organic waste, about the right balance of greens, browns, air and water, and how soon you can expect your first batch! …
The best thing about growing tomatoes – their wonderful flavor. The worst? Pests, diseases and environmental threats. In this presentation, UC Master Gardeners of Orange County will examine those and provide general control methods, including crop rotation, planting/watering, choosing disease…
No, not the lions-and-tigers-and-bears kind of wildlife! More like the small critters such as birds, bees, butterflies and lizards. UC Master Gardeners of Orange County will show you how to attract wildlife by creating a welcoming habitat. Learn to restore a natural balance, then reap the benefits as…
Ah, the salad days of life! Grow your own salad in one compact place. UC Master Gardeners of Orange County will provide information on how to plant a salad bowl garden, covering the varieties of greens, the basics of gardening, and care and harvesting. Add a review on starting from seed and…
Have shady spots in your garden? For some of the time, or all the time and every season? UC Master Gardeners will teach you about selecting the right plant for the right place. There are many plants, including California natives, which thrive in dry shade, and you can grow a beautiful garden even in…
Succulents are such an easy plant to grow, both in the garden and in pots. UC Master Gardeners of Orange County will discuss the history and origin of succulents, their care and feeding and propagation. The presentation also covers pests and diseases and recommended remedies. Learn the variety of ways…
