Blueberries: From Bush to Jar 9:30 AM - 11:30
Get ready for a fun, hands-n workshop that takes you from backyard berries to beautiful jam! UC Master Gardeners kick things off by sharing tips to growing blueberries here in sunny San Diego. Then UC Master Food Preservers will show you how to turn blueberries and fragrant lavender into a delicious Blueberry Lavender Jam and safely seal it all up using a water bath canner. You will leave with the know-how to grow blueberries at home and a jar of your own homemade jam
From Seeds to Healthy Plants - 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Have you looked at a seed catalog and wished you could grow the plants on those beautiful pages? Have you wondered why your seeds didn’t germinate? Once your seeds sprout, what do you need to do to turn them into strong healthy plants? This class will provide knowledge to help you become successful at all stages from seeds to plants. In this hands-on workshop you will practice caring for a set of seedlings in various stages. You will go home with seedlings to begin your spring/summer garden. This class will be led by a UC Master Gardener My Thanh Kim.
Let's Get The Garden Planted - 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
This class will be a three part, hands-on activity where you will get your hands dirty assessing the soil condition in a raised bed, plus learn how to amend it. Next, the irrigation demo will provide first hand experience in drip irrigation installation followed by the third step, planting seeds and transplants. This class will be led by UC Master Gardeners Niki Vollrath, and Jay Davis.
Mosaic Garden: Birds, Blooms & Hearts - 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Come join us for a creative workshop where you'll create a beautiful heart, bird or flower mosaic to brighten up your garden! We'll make a six-inch mosaic piece on a stake that is sure to be a unique addition to your garden or potted plant. In just over four hours, you'll learn the art of mosaic by transforming a simple foam and concrete board into a vibrant jewel for your garden. This will be a glue to grout project, and all materials will be provided. This workshop will be taught by UC Master Gardener Judy MacKenzie.
Art of the Staghorn Fern: Mounted & Mossed -11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Be a part of this hands-on, make-it-and-take-it staghorn fern workshop. An experienced Master Gardener will demonstrate the techniques for separating a “pup” from the large mother-plant. Then join in the fun as the new pups are mounted onto a ready-to-hang backboard you can take home and display on your patio. All materials will be provided and support staff will assist in each step of the process. It’s educational, it’s fun, and you will go home with a prize worthy of bragging about. This class will be led by UC Master Gardener DeLayne Harmon.
From Seeds to Healthy Plants - 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
Have you looked at a seed catalog and wished you could grow the plants on those beautiful pages? Have you wondered why your seeds didn’t germinate? Once your seeds sprout, what do you need to do to turn them into strong healthy plants? This class will provide knowledge to help you become successful at all stages from seeds to plants. In this hands-on workshop you will practice caring for a set of seedlings in various stages. You will go home with seedlings to begin your spring/summer garden. This class will be led by a UC Master Gardener My Thanh Kim.
Let's Get the Garden Planted - 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
This class will be a three part, hands-on activity where you will get your hands dirty assessing the soil condition in a raised bed, plus learn how to amend it. Next, the irrigation demo will provide first hand experience in drip irrigation installation followed by the third step, planting seeds and transplants. This class will be led by UC Master Gardeners Niki Vollrath, and Jay Davis.
Growing & Preserving Herbs: From Garden to Pantry - 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
UC Master Gardeners and UC Master Food Preservers pair up to explain how to grow culinary herbs and preserve their flavor all year long. They’ll cover simple techniques for growing, harvesting, drying, freezing, and infusing herbs. In this hands-on class, we'll also make a Blueberry Basil Vinegar and learn how to safely preserve it using a water bath canner. Leave with new skills and your own jar of homemade infused vinegar.