Our final seed packing party of 2024 will be held on Sunday, August 11th from noon – 2pm. More info to follow.
The UC Master Gardeners Alameda County invite you to a Garden Talk:
Have you tried to grow onions and been unsuccessful? Don’t feel bad as onions can be difficult to grow. Join Guy Duran, Master Gardener and award-winning onion grower, to learn the secret of successfully growing your own sweet onions. Guy will also cover the basics of winter gardening and tell you why you should start planning your winter crops in August!
FREE; no registration required. The garden is located in the Gardens of Lake Merritt, at Lakeside Park, 666 Bellevue Avenue in Oakland. Enter at Gate 4, across from the Boathouse. There is a fee for parking.
Talks are subject to change based on availability of speakers. Check the Master Gardeners of Alameda County website for updates.
FREE Talk on Cover Crops
Saturday , September 21, 2024 – 11AM – 12 Noon
Presented by Alameda County Master Gardener – David Blood
As the season cools, it’s a great time to grow cover crops. During the off-season, cover crops can improve soil nutrients, prevent erosion, create mulch, and more. Learn about the benefits and how to plant cover crops with Master Gardener, David Blood. Talk topics are subject to change based upon speaker availability and attendees’ interest.
At Gate 4, Trials Garden Gardens at Lake Merritt
666 Bellevue Avenue, Oakland CA (There is a fee for parking.)
interest. All talks are in person and outdoors and may be canceled in rain or severe weather.