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Location - Zoom (online)
Host - Alameda County Water District
Description - Learn how to start your own vegetable garden and best practices to ensure healthy plants and efficient irrigation.
Registration - https://bawsca.org/conserve/programs/signup2/
More details - https://bawsca.org/conserve/programs/eventdetails/
Location: Zoom webinar
Host: City of Santa Clara (BAWSCA)
Description: Redoing your landscape? Or planning a lawn conversion? Wait! Fall is our best planting season! Learn why you should plant in autumn.
Registration: Register here
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Location: Lake Cunningham Regional Park
Host: California Native Plant Society
Description: Join us to restore habitat (weeding and mulching) in the Native Garden at Lake Cunningham Park, San Jose. During the summer months, we remove invasives throughout the park. Meeting place may change from one week to the next.
Registration: For more information and to RSVP please see Meetup: https://www.meetup.com/california-native-plant-society-santa-clara-valley-chapter/
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Location: Kirk Park, San Jose
Host: California Native Plant Society
Description: Volunteers meet at the garden on Saturdays from 9 AM to 11 AM, weather permitting, for weeding, watering and other maintenance activities. Occasionally there will be other tasks such as mulching and planting.
Registration: Register Here
First-time volunteer waiver: https://lakecunninghamnativegarden.files.wordpress.com/2022/01/2021-volunteer-service-agreement-adoptapark-version.pdf
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Location: Cataldi Park, San Jose
Host: California Native Plant Society
Description: Join us to restore habitat in San Jose’s Cataldi Park. We mulch, plant, weed, water and otherwise care for the native plants we’ve planted in this newly created native garden. Wear a hat and garden shoes and bring water to stay hydrated. Work gloves will be provided.
Registration: None
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Location: Kirk Park, San Jose
Host: California Native Plant Society
Description: Community volunteers regularly care for this native plant garden at Kirk Park in San Jose. We are always happy to have help at the garden! We meet regularly on Saturday mornings from 9:00 to 11:00am, weather permitting, for light maintenance such as weeding, watering; and occasionally we have plants or seeds to plant.
Registration: If you would like to help out, please sign up for our Saturday work days on the CNPS-SCV Meetup page
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Morgan Hill Community and Cultural Center
Poppy Jasper Room
17000 Monterey Rd
Morgan Hill, 95038
Host - UC ANR
Description - This workshop will focus on composting of backyard trimmings and food scraps. Learn about compost application - your soil will thank you!
Registration - https://surveys.ucanr.edu/survey.cfm?surveynumber=45293
More details - https://ucanr.edu/county-office/santa-clara-county/community-workshops-your-neighborhood
Location: Zoom (online)
Host: California Native Plant Society
Description: This committee covers many issues affecting native plants: conservation, advocacy, legislation, habitat restoration and rare plants. The committee meets once a month to provide information and support for these conservation issues and efforts. Members of our committee work on projects throughout the Chapter area, coordinating with our state CNPS program staff and other conservation organizations.
Registration: If you are interested in joining our committee meetings on Zoom, please email Carolyn Dorsch at cdorsch@cnps-scv.org or (650) 804-6162
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Location: Lake Cunningham Regional Park
Host: California Native Plant Society
Description: The California Native Garden project in Lake Cunningham Regional Park controls invasive plants in a 2-acre area and beautifies it with California native wildflowers, perennials, shrubs, and trees. Join us to restore habitat (weeding and mulching) in the Native Garden at Lake Cunningham Park, San Jose. During the summer months, we remove invasives throughout the park.
Registration: Register here
First-time waiver: https://lakecunninghamnativegarden.files.wordpress.com/2022/01/2021-volunteer-service-agreement-adoptapark-version.pdf
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Location: Kirk Park, San Jose
Host: California Native Plant Society
Description: Volunteers meet at the garden on Saturdays from 9 AM to 11 AM, weather permitting, for weeding, watering and other maintenance activities. Occasionally there will be other tasks such as mulching and planting
Registration: Register here
First time waiver - https://lakecunninghamnativegarden.files.wordpress.com/2022/01/2021-volunteer-service-agreement-adoptapark-version.pdf
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Location: Our City Forest Nursery and Training Center, 1000 Spring St San Jose, CA 95110
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Description: Our City Forest's Community Nursery and Training Center is hosting the annual Spring Festival on May 10th from 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM. Feel free to swing by any time during that time frame (though the earlier you arrive the more you'll get to participate in)
Registration: Register here
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Location: Cataldi Park, San Jose
Host: California Native Plant Society
Description: Join us to restore habitat in San Jose’s Cataldi Park. We mulch, plant, weed, water and otherwise care for the native plants we’ve planted in this newly created native garden. Wear a hat and garden shoes and bring water to stay hydrated. Work gloves will be provided.
Registration: None
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Location - McClellan Ranch Preserve
22221 McClellan Road
Cupertino, CA 95104
United States
Host - UC Master Gardeners
Description - The gardening technique of the "Three Sisters" where corn, beans, and squash are planted together in a mutually beneficial arrangement. Enjoy a morning discussing the 3 Sisters planting method with UC Master Gardener Aparna Bugwadia.
Registration - No registration is required for this free event.
More details - https://ucanr.edu/site/uc-master-gardeners-santa-clara-county/event/companion-planting-three-sisters-method-cupertino
Location -
Veggielution Community Farm
647 S King Rd
San Jose, 951116
Host - UC ANR
Description - This workshop will focus on composting of backyard trimmings and food scraps. Learn about compost application - your soil will thank you!
Registration - https://surveys.ucanr.edu/survey.cfm?surveynumber=45306
More details - https://ucanr.edu/county-office/santa-clara-county/community-workshops-your-neighborhood
Location - Willow Glen Public Library
1157 Minnesota Avenue
San Jose, CA 95125
United States
Host - UC Master Gardeners
Description - Please join UC Master Gardener Maria Guerra for this exciting talk on purple vegetables that grow in our zone 9B and 10A. This will include both Indian and Asian vegetables. This will include eggplant, microgreens (including Mizuna) lettuce, peas, beans, Chinese cabbage, carrots, radicchio, basil and more.
Registration - No Registration is required for this Free event.
More details - https://ucanr.edu/site/uc-master-gardeners-santa-clara-county/event/mystery-purple-veggies-san-jose
Location: Zoom (online)
Host: City of Menlo Park BAWSCA
Description:In this online workshop, learn how to design your own California native plant garden paradise. California native plants are colorful, easy to maintain, require little water and provide great habitat for birds and pollinators.
Registration: Register here
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Location - Zoom Webinar
Host - UC Master Gardeners
Description - Have a sick plant, an ailing tree, mysterious spots on leaves? Chat with a UC Master Gardener via Zoom to diagnose your plant problems.
Registration - https://ucanr.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJMtceqoqDIoGdNRo8JyvS-9cxtNZM1fpK3j#/registration
More details - https://ucanr.edu/site/uc-master-gardeners-santa-clara-county/event/plant-clinic-online
Location - Zoom Webinar
Host - UC Master Gardeners
Description - This webinar will cover the fundamentals of herbicides for weed management around the home and garden. Weed expert Tom Getts will discuss how herbicides work, the effectiveness of various organic and synthetic herbicides, and how to choose the right herbicide for your weed problem.
Registration - https://ucanr.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_d-SsifwzSZOJBLkPKzw8SA#/registration
More details - https://ucanr.edu/site/uc-master-gardeners-santa-clara-county/event/understanding-how-herbicides-work-online
Location - Zoom (Webinar)
Host - Santa Clara Valley Water
Description - It is no secret that trees are vital to the health of the planet, and even more so during this time of unprecedented drought. Learn the steps you can take to protect their health: understand how trees collaborate in the landscape, develop an irrigation strategy for efficiently watering trees, separate irrigation systems for trees planted in grass areas, and develop a successful maintenance practice to ensure survival
Registration - https://greengardensgroup.com/g3-events/protecting-the-trees-valley-water/
More details - https://greengardensgroup.com/g3-events/protecting-the-trees-valley-water/
Location -
Mt View Public Library
585 Franklin St
Mt View, 94041
Host - UC ANR
Description - This workshop will focus on composting of backyard trimmings and food scraps. Learn about compost application - your soil will thank you!
Registration - https://surveys.ucanr.edu/survey.cfm?surveynumber=45273
More details - https://ucanr.edu/county-office/santa-clara-county/community-workshops-your-neighborhood
Location: Zoom (online)
Host: City of Sunnyvale (BAWSCA)
Description: Participants will learn how to set up and maintain an irrigation system to ensure efficient watering throughout the season.
Registration: Register here
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Location -
Everett N. "Eddie" Souza Park
2380 Monroe Street
Santa Clara
Host - UC ANR
Description - This workshop will focus on composting of backyard trimmings and food scraps. Learn about compost application - your soil will thank you!
Registration - https://surveys.ucanr.edu/survey.cfm?surveynumber=45276
More details - https://ucanr.edu/county-office/santa-clara-county/community-workshops-your-neighborhood
Location - Zoom (Online)
Host - UC ANR
Description - This workshop will focus on composting of backyard trimmings and food scraps. Learn about compost application - your soil will thank you!
Registration - https://surveys.ucanr.edu/survey.cfm?surveynumber=45290
More details - https://ucanr.edu/county-office/santa-clara-county/community-workshops-your-neighborhood
Location - Martial Cottle Park, 5283 Snell Ave, San Jose
Host - UC Master Gardeners
Description - The Spring Garden Fair is our annual spring extravaganza that you do not want to miss! It's a huge plant sale with educational talks and information tables. Full details can be found on our Spring Garden Fair page. The event is on, rain or shine!
Registration - Free admission
More details - https://ucanr.edu/site/uc-master-gardeners-santa-clara-county/spring-garden-fair
Location: Peninsula Conservation Center (PCC), 3921 E. Bayshore Road in Palo Alto
Host: California Native Plant Society
Description: Native Plant ID (formerly Keying with Natives) is a Chapter group that works together to learn plant identification using botanical keys and other resources. Join us as we look at plant samples collected from local gardens and practice methods of identifying the native plants of our region
Registration: None. For more information, please contact Janet Hoffmann at janet@cnps-scv.org.
More details: Native Plant ID - Lupines
Location - Zoom (online)
Host - City of Sunnyvale (BAWSCA)
Description - Participants will learn the basics of converting a traditional lawn to a water-wise landscape using California native plants.
Registration - https://bawsca.org/conserve/programs/signup2/
More details - https://bawsca.org/conserve/programs/eventdetails/
Location -
Fremont Unified high School District Adult Education
589 W Fremont Ave
Sunnyvale, CA 94087, USA
Host - UC ANR
Description - In this 3-class course, the Master Gardeners of Santa Clara County will teach how you can grow a wide variety of plants on a patio or balcony.
Registration - https://fuhsdadultschool.asapconnected.com/#CourseID=209503
More details - https://ucanr.edu/site/uc-master-gardeners-santa-clara-county/event/container-gardening-sunnyvale
Location: Zoom (online)
Host: City of Milpitas (BAWSCA)
Description:Support local pollinators! Learn about the importance of pollinators and what you can do to attract them to your landscape.
Registration: Register here
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Sunnyvale Teaching and Demonstration Garden
Charles Street Gardens
433 Charles St
Sunnyvale, CA 94086
Host - UC ANR
Description - Join Master Gardeners, Alice Schwegman and Agnes Veith to remember the fun and challenges of growing the Big Three summer vegetables: tomatoes, peppers and eggplants. We’ll discuss optimal planting timings for each as well as what amendments might be needed at planting time. We’ll cover irrigation strategies, look at possible growing challenges from plant diseases and pests and discuss ways to minimize the challenges.
Registration - No registration is required for this free event
More details - https://ucanr.edu/site/uc-master-gardeners-santa-clara-county/event/summer-success-big-three-tomatoes-peppers-and
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Willow Glen Public Library
1157 Minnesota Ave
San Jose, CA 95125, United States
Host - UC Master Gardeners
Description - It's time to plant now for a bumper crop this summer! April and May are the perfect time for starting your edible garden. Join Laura Westley as she teaches all about summer vegetables that grow well in Santa Clara County. Tomatoes, peppers, beans, squash, cucumbers and more will be discussed. Laura will explain the best growing conditions for each vegetable, including temperature, soil, water and how to fertilize.
Registration - Registration is not required for this free event
More details - https://ucanr.edu/site/uc-master-gardeners-santa-clara-county/event/planning-and-planting-summer-vegetable-garden-san
Location - Willow Glan Branch Library
1157 Minnesota Avenue
San Jose, CA 95125
United States
Host - UC Master Gardeners
Description - It's time to plant now for a bumper crop this summer! April and May are the perfect time for starting your edible garden. Join Laura Westley as she teaches all about summer vegetables that grow well in Santa Clara County. Tomatoes, peppers, beans, squash, cucumbers and more will be discussed. Laura will explain the best growing conditions for each vegetable, including temperature, soil, water and how to fertilize.
Registration - Registration is not required for this free event.
More details - https://ucanr.edu/site/uc-master-gardeners-santa-clara-county/event/planning-and-planting-summer-vegetable-garden-san
Location -
Milpitas Public Library
160 N Main St
Milpitas, CA 95035
Host - UC ANR
Description - This workshop will focus on composting of backyard trimmings and food scraps. Learn about compost application - your soil will thank you!
Registration - https://surveys.ucanr.edu/survey.cfm?surveynumber=45291
More details - https://ucanr.edu/county-office/santa-clara-county/community-workshops-your-neighborhood
Location - Zoom (Webinar)
Host - Santa Clara Valley Water
Description - In this class, you will learn how to identify critical steps for successfully designing a watershed-wise landscape. Topics include: sizing and siting the rainwater capture area, developing a palette of climate-appropriate plants, applying key design principles, and laying out a successful planting plan.
Registration - https://greengardensgroup.com/g3-events/garden-design-workshop-valley-water/
More details - https://greengardensgroup.com/g3-events/garden-design-workshop-valley-water/
Location - Zoom (online)
Host - UC ANR
Description - We’ve all heard that opossums eat their weight in ticks, bed bugs are microscopic, and some processed foods contain an allowable number of insect parts. This webinar will cover which “facts” are true and which ones are just popular myths.
Registration - Zoom registration required
More details - Urban and Community Webinar website
Location -
Cupertino Library
10800 Torre Ave
Cupertino, CA 95014
Host - UC Master Gardeners
Description - Come and hear Master Gardener Martha Carpenter explain how to downsize or eliminate your lawn and replace it with low water ornamentals, grasses, and ground covers. Assessing your needs and evaluating your site will be discussed and suggestions for hardy plants and grasses for our climate will be given.
Registration - Registration is not required for this free event
More details - https://ucanr.edu/site/uc-master-gardeners-santa-clara-county/event/low-water-lawn-alternatives-cupertino
Location - Zoom (online)
Host - City of Milpitas (BAWSCA)
Description - Keep your trees in good shape! Join us for tips and proper care methods to keep your trees happy and healthy.
Registration - https://bawsca.org/conserve/programs/signup2/
More details - https://bawsca.org/conserve/programs/eventdetails/
Location - Everett "Eddie" N Souza Neighborhood Park & Community Garden
2380 Monroe Street
Santa Clara, California 95051
Host - UCCE Master Gardeners of Santa Clara County
Description - Get your hands dirty in our interactive workshop where you'll restore and plant in a community garden raised-bed plot. From seed selection to planting techniques, our experts will guide you every step of the way. From start to finish, the entire workshop will be hands on demonstration, so come ready to volunteer and learn-by-doing!
Registration - https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/santaclara/activity/search/detail/27307?onlineSiteId=0&locale=en-US&from_original_cui=true
More details - https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/santaclara/activity/search/detail/27307?onlineSiteId=0&locale=en-US&from_original_cui=true
Location - Northern Santa Clara County & Southern San Mateo County
Host - California Native Plant Society
Description - The Growing Natives Garden Tour aims to educate the public about the beauty and importance of California native plants through an annual, self-guided, and free tour of private and public gardens. The tour promotes biodiversity and emphasizes the benefits of native plants for water and energy conservation.
Registration - https://gngt.org/GNGT/EmailRequestNC.php
More details - https://ucanr.edu/site/uc-master-gardeners-santa-clara-county/event/growing-natives-garden-tour-north-tours
Location -
SummerWinds Nursery
725 San Antonio Rd
Palo Alto, CA 94303
Host - City of Palo Alto (BAWSCA)
Description - Do you want to convert your existing landscape to a more efficient and drought tolerant landscape but don’t know where to start? Do you want to enhance the environment for bees and butterflies? In this workshop you will learn how to convert your high-water use lawn to a low water use landscape that is rich in California biodiversity. This workshop will also cover how to retrofit your irrigation equipment with more efficient options and rebates available to you.
Registration - https://bawsca.org/conserve/programs/signup2/
More details - https://bawsca.org/conserve/programs/eventdetails/
Location -
McClellan Ranch Preserve
22221 McClellan Rd
Cupertino, CA 95014
Host - UC Master Gardeners
Description - Thinking about buying or just bought some tomato plants? Or maybe you planted some tomato seeds and you are wondering what to do next? Then this is the tomato talk for you!
Registration - Registration is not required for this free event
More details - https://ucanr.edu/site/uc-master-gardeners-santa-clara-county/event/learn-successfully-grow-tomatoes-cupertino
Location -
Guadalupe River Park Historic Orchard
425 Seymour St
San Jose, CA 95110, USA
Host - UC Master Gardeners
Description - Do you already have citrus in your yard? Would you like to add citrus to your landscape? Join us for citrus planting and a short talk on citrus care.
Registration - Link
More details - https://ucanr.edu/site/uc-master-gardeners-santa-clara-county/event/citrus-planting-and-care-san-jose
Location - Southern part of Santa Clara County
Host - California Native Plant Society
Description - The Growing Natives Garden Tour aims to educate the public about the beauty and importance of California native plants through an annual, self-guided, and free tour of private and public gardens. The tour promotes biodiversity and emphasizes the benefits of native plants for water and energy conservation.
Registration - https://gngt.org/GNGT/EmailRequestNC.php
More details - https://ucanr.edu/site/uc-master-gardeners-santa-clara-county/event/growing-natives-garden-tour-south-tours
Location: Sunol Regional Wilderness
Host: California Native Plant Society
Description: Join Katie Gallagher and child for a wildflower walk. We'll walk the Camp Ohlone Road to Alameda Creek Overlook. We'll stop and look at wildflowers along the way! We will talk about what the flowers are called and which plants are safe for small hands to touch!
Registration: Register here
More details: Mommy and Me wildflower walk in Sunol Regional Wilderness
Location -
Murphy Park Building
250 N. Sunnyvale Ave
Sunnyvale, CA 94086
Host - UC ANR
Description - This workshop will focus on composting of backyard trimmings and food scraps. Learn about compost application - your soil will thank you!
Registration - https://surveys.ucanr.edu/survey.cfm?surveynumber=45268
More details - https://ucanr.edu/county-office/santa-clara-county/community-workshops-your-neighborhood
Location - Morgan Hill Community Garden
15690 Railroad Avenue
Morgan Hill, CA 95037
United States
Host - UC Master Gardeners
Description - Native American tribes developed three sisters gardening - corn, beans, squash - to source year-round healthy food. Learn the history and help plant the corn.
Registration - No Registration required for this Free Event
More details - https://ucanr.edu/site/uc-master-gardeners-santa-clara-county/event/gardening-three-sisters-morgan-hill
Location -
Urban Forestry Education Center
391 Chynoweth Avenue
San Jose, CA 95136
Host - Our City Forest
Description - Help us beautify our Arboretum and Demonstration Gardens while learning about Urban Forestry!
Registration - https://www.eventbrite.com/e/urban-forestry-education-center-workday-tickets-1256083412299?aff=ebdsoporgprofile
More details - Urban Forestry Education Center Workday Tickets, Sat, Apr 12, 2025 at 9:00 AM | Eventbrite
Location -
Urban Forestry Education Center
391 Chynoweth Avenue
San Jose, CA 95136
Host - Our City Forest
Description - In this workshop, we will discuss the Valley Water Landscape rebate program, how to choose plants for your yard, and the steps to converting a lawn. Additionally, we will host a shrub ID tour with our plants around the education center. This workshop will provide you with resources to start your own lawn conversion.
Registration - https://www.eventbrite.com/e/diy-lawn-conversion-workshop-tickets-1269653019359?aff=ebdsoporgprofile
More details - DIY Lawn Conversion Workshop Tickets, Sat, Apr 12, 2025 at 9:00 AM | Eventbrite
Location -
9665 New Avenue
Gilroy, CA 95020
Host - Our City Forest
Description - Help plant trees in Gilroy and surrounding areas; learn how to properly plant a tree to ensure the best chance for a healthy life.
Registration - https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ocf-x-ucanr-gilroy-farm-windbreak-planting-tickets-1256809965439?aff=ebdsoporgprofile
More details - OCF x UCANR Gilroy Farm Windbreak Planting Tickets, Sat, Apr 12, 2025 at 9:00 AM | Eventbrite
Location - Zoom (online)
Host - City of Burlingame (BAWSCA)
Description - Discover the benefits of replacing your lawn with beautiful, water-efficient native plants! This class will show you how to reduce water usage, save on maintenance costs, and create a more sustainable, eco-friendly landscape for your home or business
Registration - https://bawsca.org/conserve/programs/signup2/
More details - https://bawsca.org/conserve/programs/eventdetails/
Location - Zoom (online)
Host - City of Redwood City (BAWSCA)
Description - Multi-functional garden spaces are a key trend. Learn how to design your yard to serve multiple purposes - seating, cooking, play and more. Integrate edibles into your garden. Transform balconies into lush retreats with a vertical garden. All with a focus on water efficient plantings and smart irrigation.
Registration - https://bawsca.org/conserve/programs/signup2/
More details - https://bawsca.org/conserve/programs/eventdetails/
Location: Coyote Lake Harvey Bear Ranch County Park (Gilroy)
Host: California Native Plant Society
Description: Join Judy Fenerty and Stella Yang for a moderately paced hike on the Mendoza, Mummy Mountain and Coyote Ridge trails in the Mendoza Ranch section of Coyote Lake-Harvey Bear Ranch County Park.
Registration: Register Here
More details: Coyote Lake Harvey Bear Ranch County Park (Gilroy)
Location - Zoom (online)
Host - UC Master Gardeners
Description - Have a sick plant, an ailing tree, mysterious spots on leaves? Chat with a UC Master Gardener via Zoom to diagnose your plant problems. You can also listen and learn while other people ask their questions.
Registration - Zoom registration required
More details - https://ucanr.edu/site/uc-master-gardeners-santa-clara-county/event/plant-clinic-online-5
