Program: A habitat is a place where wildlife such as insects, herps, birds, and even mammals can find food, water and shelter. But wild habitats are decreasing at an alarming rate, having a serious negative effect on wildlife populations everywhere. Learn how you can help reverse this trend by using plants,…
Program: When pruning, we often think about shaping the outline of the tree. But trees are architectural beings – they have structure. A tree with bad structure is susceptible to. storm damage; a tree with good structure resists storm damage. Can we improve tree structure through pruning? Yes! We can best…
Program: This is a plant and seed swap however it's not necessary to bring them to get the donated items. UC Marin Master Gardeners will share information on seed saving of edibles and CA native plants, give tips on what to plant this fall, and assist patrons in planting in containers. There will be…
Program: Keep your irrigation system in top shape with our class on updating and repairing existing setups. This hands-on session will dive into troubleshooting techniques and maintenance strategies for common issues encountered in irrigation systems. You'll learn how to identify worn components, implement…
Have you ever wondered if you can eat your flowers? In some cases, you can! Many of these edible beauties are easy to grow over the course of a season. Join us as we discuss which flowers or parts of flowers are safe to eat and, also, some that you should avoid. We will cover ornamentals, herbs, flowers of…
Program: This immediately useful learning experience begins with Master Gardener and Master Pruner Susan Pearson talking about the considerations in pruning (mostly) non-woody shrubs (think Salvia) before their winter resting time. She will discuss when to prune, how to prune and what tools to use. She will…
Program: In this presentation, you will learn why lawns are not eco- friendly, watch a short video that shows the best method to easily eliminate one, and discover how to decide the best use for the space. We will discuss the latest in walkable green plants, plus a host of other possibilities that will…
Program: Two Master Gardeners, Bonnie Marks and Mamie Yee – one living in Point Reyes and the other in San Rafael, will discuss why you may want to grow Asian greens in your garden. They will teach you how to grow them – from planting to harvest, including ideas about growing them in containers. They’ll…
Program: The best time to prune roses in our area is early winter. Come and learn when and how to prune your roses with rose pruning expert Don Chapman. Don’s class is always a favorite. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn tips and tricks and to renew your rose pruning skills. After Don’s lecture, there…
