Bringing Back the Natives Garden Tour’s Fall Native Plant Extravaganza!

Save that date!  Saturday, October 28, from 10:00-4:00 is the Bringing Back the Natives Garden Tour’s Fall Native Plant Extravaganza!  Purchase native plants from select nurseries, and a percentage of the sales will go to support the Tour.

This full-day shopping opportunity will offer native plant fans a good selection of native plants at the best time of year to plant them. The Extravaganza provides the opportunity to purchase unique or hard-to-find native plants that are not normally available in most nurseries. Knowledgeable staff will be on hand to help shoppers select the best plants for their gardens.

To find out about participating nurseries, click here.

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2018 Master Composter Training

The Master Composter Training program is a multi-week intensive training for community members interested in gaining an advanced level of knowledge and experience with composting. Upon graduating from the program, Master Composters will be required to serve the greater Santa Clara community by providing educational opportunities, site based demonstrations, technical assistance and event tabling. In exchange for 50 hrs of advanced training, Master Composter will be required to volunteer 50 hrs in the first year.

If you have questions about the program please call:  408-918-4641

CLICK HERE TO LET US KNOW YOU ARE INTERESTED

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Landscape for Fire Prevention →

Fall weather - hot, dry and often windy - plus post-drought conditions often equals prime conditions for fire.  This is a good time to think about how you can create a landscape that reduces the risk of fire at your property.  

Our friends at the University of California have put together a wonderful page full of information to make your home safer from fire - just click here.

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Maintaining Native Gardens and Leak Detection Class in Palo Alto - FREE!

Interested in learning how to maintain your native garden?  How about learning about how to detect leaks in your irrigation system - and how to fix the problem.  This workshop is for you!

Instructor Sherri Osaka will teach you abouthow maintenance of water-conserving landscapes differs from that of traditional landscapes. Lecture topics will include the care and maintenance of native and drought-tolerant plants, soil, and irrigation devices. The lecture will also include a brief discussion on detecting irrigation system issues such as possible leaks and clogs as well as how to clear simple clogs and fix easy leaks.

Sat Sep 30, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm - Open to the Public
Registration Closes Sat Sep 30, 8:45 am - Sign up today!!

Rinconada Library [Embarcadero Room] 1213 Newell Road Palo Alto, CA 94303

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Source: https://www.southbaygreengardens.org/event...

Lawn Removal and Native Garden Installation Seminar on Saturday, October 7th

In this half-day seminar, receive practical advice from an experienced landscaper, and view step-by-step pictures on simple ways to change your lawn into a lovely and low maintenance native garden. Learn a few important design principles, see before and after pictures, and receive a select list of go-to native plants for sun or shade. Sheet mulching will be demonstrated, along with instruction on improving soil and plant health. A power-packedpresentation!

Horticulturist Deva Luna has been removing lawns for a decade, working for the Sustainable Landscape and Design firm, EarthCare Landscaping. She is a Bay-Friendly Certified Design Professional as well as a Greywater Installer and lives on the East Side with a huge garden and 75 chickens!

Plus: Book Sale • Refreshments • Freeparking

Saturday, October 7th, 8:30am-12:30pm

Evergreen Valley College, Sequoia Lecture Hall 3095 Yerba Buena Road, San Jose

Registerat: http://www.cnps-scv.org

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