Join the growing movement of gardeners who are creating beautiful yards that provide habitat for pollinators and wildlife. Learn to select appropriate natives, minimize irrigation needs, and garden in harmony with your local ecosystem. We'll focus on robust foothill natives that need no fertilizers or pesticides and use very little water once established. Enliven your... Read more »

Keep your landscape water efficient by learning to create compost to improve your garden’s health. Learn bin ideas, equipment and materials that can be used to get started. Ask questions and get advice about your compost pile. Each family will receive a compost bin (truck, van or SUV needed to transport). Registration code is 72670.... Read more »

Including native plants appropriate for our climate and plants that support birds, bees and beneficial insects help to bring our landscapes into harmony with nature. Learn to select plants for your garden’s conditions, seasonal care and how to manage pests in ways that protect our environment and result in healthy, beautiful plants. Registration code is... Read more »

What plants grow in a drought? Does your lavender seem to die over night? Wondering how to improve soil drainage? Join Marlene Simon, The Plant Lady on “Good Day” and staff horticulturalist from the UC Davis Botanical Conservatory, at this interactive presentation on all things water-wise gardening. Starting with the ever-important soil, touching upon plant... Read more »

Learn about the watershed-based approach to healthy landscapes: Reducing run-off of water and pollutants from our yards and into waterways Selecting, grouping, and spacing plants for our climate and conditions Placing emitters and plant water needs from establishment to maturity Converting and upgrading irrigation systems for efficient use of water, including sprinklers and low-volume drip... Read more »