Santa Clara

 California’s forests and urban landscapes face growing threats from invasive tree pests like beetles and fungi, which have already killed hundreds of thousands of trees across the state. Join forestry expert Beatriz Nobua-Behrmann for an educational webinar exploring important invasive pests that…

The introduction and spread of invasive species in California’s waterways have wide-ranging consequences, from impeding water delivery systems to damaging recreation areas and wetland ecosystems. In this webinar, Martha Volkoff from the California Department of Fish and Wildlife’s Invasive Species Program…

 Don’t let pests take a bite out of your harvest! Join UC's Integrated Pest Management team as they kick off an invasive species mini-series with an informational webinar on invasive pests that impact your edible garden. This session will cover a range of species that can damage plants like citrus,…

Want to learn about growing blueberries? This exciting talk will include stories of success and disappointment growing blueberries in Santa Clara County. The emphasis of the talk will be on growing blueberries in containers. Types of blueberries that do well in our area will be discussed as well as site…

Your tomato and peppers are still going strong, but what about some salad and main-course vegetables for the fall and winter? Come learn about growing cool season vegetables including Asian greens, bok choy, lettuce, peas and more! UC Master Gardener, Susan Bancroft will discuss seeding, transplanting,…

Summer is the time to start preparing for your winter garden! Join Laura Westley as she teaches you about the vegetables that grow well during the cool season, how to start seeds, and which vegetables are suitable for containers. We’ll talk about cool season vegetables like Asian greens, lettuce, kale,…

Here in Santa Clara County we can grow vegetables year-round. Come and learn which vegetables will grow best in the winter and which ones will thrive in Containers. Many herbs grow well in winter too. Master Gardener Martha Carpenter will explain what’s different from gardening in the ground and how to be a…

Native shrubs and small trees along with others that provide benefits for nature will be covered. Drought tolerant species will be emphasized. Fall is a great time to plant! You will learn which ones grow well in your environment. Cultural practices that will help you grow them successfully will be discussed…

Here's a chance to learn about replacement plantings for conventional high water-using sod lawns, with a focus on using less water and fertilizer, lower maintenance, and finding good solutions for what you would like in your yard. Different lawn, groundcover, and meadow grass choices will be featured.

Join Master Gardeners for their Seedy Saturday Swap at the Sunnyvale Library. A seed swap is where gardeners come together to trade seeds from their best plants, bringing their own seeds to share and taking home the seeds that others have to offer. It's a great opportunity for people to share their favorite…