A 3-Part DIY Free Workshop Series Let’s re-imagine your landscape together, now is the time to plan and prepare so you can have beautiful, waterwise plants next summer. This is a group design course, free to the first fifteen people who sign up and can attend all three classes. Classes are exclusively at our Elk... Read more »
The extra effort you put into your yard and garden areas this fall will pay big dividends next year. Learn how easy it is to “Put Your Garden to Bed” as El Dorado Master Gardeners present this popular class. They will discuss yard and garden clean up, cool season planting, tool sharpening and cleaning, composting,... Read more »
This workshop is suitable for homeowners and landscape professionals alike, so all are welcome. Coffee and Refreshments 8:00 to 8:30am, presentations begin at 8:30am. Transform your water-intensive lawn in-to a beautiful, drought tolerant landscape that features low-water trees, native grasses, perennials, and shrubs. This workshop presents step-by-step methods of turf removal, soil amendment, and irrigation... Read more »
If you are interested in tree-ripened, home grown, organically nurtured fruit, this class will get you started. The focus will be on a "backyard orchard" planting with training ideas for most deciduous and citrus varieties in small areas. Get advice on how to choose a variety that is right for you and your location. Both... Read more »
Presented by University of California Cooperative Extension, the City of Sacramento, Regional Water Authority, and the California Center for Urban Horticulture, this workshop will focus on drip irrigation systems for home landscapers and gardeners. You will learn from irrigation specialists how to design a system that will effectively deliver water to the plants in your... Read more »
Come see how you can grow citrus successfully in our community AND explore the many ways you can preserve citrus in food preparation. Mike Pizza and Phyllis Lee will inform the novice and experienced citrus grower in what makes for successful growing in this county, what to watch for, harvesting, and delightful treats that can... Read more »
Designed for those with some experience, we will cover topics such as “hot composting,” the carbon/nitrogen ratio and harvesting techniques. Each family will receive a compost bin (truck, van or SUV needed to transport). Registration Code: 72666 Cost: $6 Roseville residents; $8 non-residents Register on-line or call us at 916.746.1550
CELEBRATING 10 YEARS of UC Davis ARBORETUM ALL-STARS!: For 10 years UC Davis Arboretum All-Stars have provided California with a foundation for creating attractive, easy-care landscapes that save water. We’re celebrating this fall with a large selection of Arboretum All-Stars, California natives, and other regionally-appropriate plants sure to make your yard shine! What else you... Read more »
The perfect time to plant is followed by a time of rest for the garden. Learn strategies for getting young plants established by properly setting up your irrigation system< and watering schedule. Then, learn how to protect your investment by preparing your system for those cold winter months. Registration Code: 72667 Cost: $6 Roseville residents; $8... Read more »
Do you know how to prune your trees to keep them at a size that is both practical and which will produce the most fruit? Insight into choosing varieties and cultivars appropriate for each attendee's tastes and location will be presented. Both instructors have been UCCE trained with many years experience with these types of... Read more »