Upcoming Gardening Events in Butte County

Plant Propagation Workshop

Learn the best time to propagate woody perennials and divide plants; how to select and make cuttings; the proper techniques for dividing plants; the best planting mediums to use; and how to plant cuttings and divided plants. You will leave this workshop with several plant cuttings from our Demonstration Garden to start at home. Bring your own garden pruners; materials and techniques will be discussed, and handouts will be provided.

September 21st, 10:00-11:30 a.m., at the historic Patrick Ranch, 10381 Midway, Durham California

(Info provided by the Butte County Master Gardener's Website)

Irrigation Workshop

Tuesday, September 24, 10–11:30am
Patrick Ranch, 10381 Midway, Durham CA Demonstration Garden, limit 25

Drip irrigation is arguably the most efficient method of providing water to trees, crops, gardens, and landscapes. The surface drip irrigation system emitter was first developed in Israel, where the dry climate makes water conservation a necessity. This workshop will provide an overview of different options available for drip irrigation systems and how to install them. You will also learn how to troubleshoot and inspect your system, and how to make repairs when needed.

Info courtesy of the Butte County Master Gardeners' website; image courtesy of CBS News.

How to Remove Your Lawn Workshop

Thursday, September 26, 10–11:30am

Patrick Ranch, 10381 Midway, Durham, CA
Demonstration Garden, limit 25

Say goodbye to mowing and hello to lower water use and increased biodiversity when you remove your lawn. In its place, you can install attractive landscaping with low water needs and native plants that attract pollinators and provide wildlife habitat.

Lawn conversion doesn't have to be physically difficult, but it does take planning and time. Both the sheet mulching and solarization methods of replacing your lawn will be displayed in the MG Demonstration Garden. We'll take you through the steps of planning, preparation, process, and replanting, and walk through our gardens for landscape ideas and tips. We will also provide a list of low water and native plants.

Info courtesy of the Butte County Master Gardeners' website

UC Davis Arboretum Plant Sale

Members only October 5th

Members only 9:00-10:00 a.m., Public 10:00-1:00 p.m.

Public Clearance Sale 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

Get climate-ready! Shop their one acre nursery filled with thousands of attractive, low water plants, perfect for creating sustainable landscapes that thrive with California natives, Arboretum All-Stars and more. DETAILS AT RIGHT -->