Learn the art and science of fruit tree grafting. Instructor: John Valenzuela. $40.00 – registration required.
Learn how to grow plants successfully from seed and vegetable cuttings.
Learn how to grow and maintain a vegetable garden.
Learn how to grow tomatoes in cool marine climate.
Alameda Backyard Growers will have a booth at this event, and volunteers who can help answer questions about growing your own food!
Learn how to dry and worm compost.
Learn how to properly plant and care for large specimen fruit trees and ornamental plants.
Learn the nuances of caring for established edible and ornamental container gardens.
We can increase production, improve appearance, and insure overall health of our fruit trees with dormant-season pruning. Learn how and when to cut back your trees for maximum food production, as well as the basics of water-retention, pest management and tool maintenance.
Jeremy is the founder of Edible Ecology, a permaculture-based landscaping company in the East Bay.
He has studied fruit tree care extensively and enjoys sharing his knowledge with others.
Learn more about Edible Ecology at edibleecology.net
Stay from 2-4pm for Gardening 101: Everything You Need to Know as a Beginner Gardener taught by Jeff Bridge of Ploughshares Nursery. You will learn how to: choose soil, watering tricks, avoid common mistakes, and the basics of fertilization. Bring your questions and garden conundrums for Jeff to answer after the demonstration. Tickets are $10 in advance or $12 at the door.