Jan 11

Gardening with Proteaceae

Hailing primarily from South Africa and Australia, Proteaceae are fairly new additions to the dry garden plant palette. These plants are noted for their striking flower heads as well as colorful or unusual foliage. While they have some particularities, following a handful of basic guidelines, you can easily incorporate these fantastic plants into your garden. Join Cricket Riley, Landscape Design Consultant at the RBG Nursery, for an informative session in the new Visitor and Education Center.
The Ruth Bancroft Garden,
1552 Bancroft Road,
Walnut Creek, CA 94598,
(925) 944-9352.

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Mar 07

Tomatomania!

The Garden is thrilled to take part in one of the World’s largest heirloom tomato seedling sale again this year! Scott Daigre and his team are bringing back all of your favorite varieties plus much, much more. From an experienced gardener to just a beginner, Tomatomania has the perfect blend of yummy seedlings and tools to make the ideal Summer Garden.
The Water Conservation Garden,
12122 Cuyamaca College Drive West,
El Cajon, CA 92019,
(619) 660-0614.

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Jan 25

Kickstart Your Veggie Garden

Veggie garden planting season is just around the corner and Brijette Pena gets you growing! Receive expert advice along with a seed pack of seasonal veggies from her very own San Diego Seed Company!
The Water Conservation Garden,
12122 Cuyamaca College Drive West,
El Cajon, CA 92019,
(619) 660-0614.

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Feb 15

Indoor Plant Propagation for Your Spring Garden

Dreaming of your Spring garden while perusing seed catalogs on cold winter nights? February is an ideal time to get a head start on Spring. Join former nursery owner Ed Thomas to learn indoor home seed starting and other types of plant propagation for your Spring garden!
Turtle Bay Exploration Park’s McConnell Arboretum and Botanical Gardens,
844 Sundial Bridge Drive,
Redding, CA 96001,
(530) 243-8850.

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Jan 25

A Walk with the Horticulture Manager

Bring your notebooks and cameras for this participant-driven program. We’ll make our way through the Gardens with frequent stops for discussions about (what else?) plants!
Turtle Bay Exploration Park’s McConnell Arboretum and Botanical Gardens,
844 Sundial Bridge Drive,
Redding, CA 96001,
(530) 243-8850.

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Jan 11

Fruit Tree Selection and Cultivation

This highly informative session will be taught by certified arborist Rico Montenegro. Bring a notepad because this event will be packed with practical advice for the DIY backyard landscaper. Learn about fruit tree selection, IPM or natural techniques of pest control, soils and fertilization. He will share information on how to train young and newly planted trees and pruning methods that include ways to maintain fruit trees in a compact or reduced size. Also, learn an introduction on how to restore old, neglected and abused fruit trees and information applicable to all types of trees.
Turtle Bay Exploration Park’s McConnell Arboretum and Botanical Gardens,
844 Sundial Bridge Drive,
Redding, CA 96001,
(530) 243-8850.

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Jan 30

Making Elderberry Syrup for the Winter

Winter is one of the coziest and challenging times for many of us. This season is a wonderful time to hunker down. It is important to take time to slowly prepare herbs and food. Come learn about the herbs that make elderberry syrup powerful. We will take a walk in the Garden to connect with the plants. You will go home with your very own herbal concoction. This class is such a sweet way to support yourself through Winter’s colds and flus.
University of California Botanical Garden at Berkeley,
200 Centennial Drive,
Berkeley, CA 94720,
(510) 643-2755.

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Jan 23 to Jan 24

Intro to Botanical Art Class

This two-day class will introduce you to the fascinating world of Botanical Art. Catherine Watters will teach you to observe, measure and draw plants in great detail and with botanical accuracy.
University of California Botanical Garden at Berkeley,
200 Centennial Drive,
Berkeley, CA 94720,
(510) 643-2755.

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Jan 11 to Feb 05

Plants Illustrated Exhibit 2020: Rare and Endangered Plants of the World

Join us for the 11th annual Plants Illustrated exhibit of botanical art in the Garden’s lovely Julia Morgan Hall. This year, the members of the Northern California Society of Botanical Artists are presenting the theme of rare and endangered plants of the world.
University of California Botanical Garden at Berkeley,
200 Centennial Drive,
Berkeley, CA 94720,
(510) 643-2755.

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