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

Location - Zoom (online)

Host - UC Master Gardeners

Description - Our local climate is changing. Join us to find out how we can keep gardening practices and how we as gardeners can be part of the solutions to climate change!

Registration - Registration Link 

More details - https://mountainview.libcal.com/event/13142436

Location -

Morgan Hill Public Library
660 West Main Avenue
Morgan Hill, CA 95037
United States

Host - UC Master Gardeners

Description - Learn how to grow a healthy and productive summer garden with a wide variety of vegetables. Will discuss improving your soil, weed and pest control, and tips on selecting productive vegetable varieties. Find out about space saving techniques like containers and trellising to increase your harvest through the summer.

Registration - No registration required for this free event

More details - https://ucanr.edu/site/uc-master-gardeners-santa-clara-county/event/growing-vegetables-your-summer-garden-morgan-hill

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. Community volunteers, including families with children over 6, are always welcome!

Registration - https://www.meetup.com/california-native-plant-society-santa-clara-valley-chapter/

More details - https://www.meetup.com/california-native-plant-society-santa-clara-valley-chapter/ 

Location -

Community Room, Berryessa Public Library
3355 Noble Ave
San Jose, CA 95132

Host - UC Master Gardeners

Description - Learn tips to grow tomatoes and peppers by Master Gardeners Mary Collins and Betsy Fischer including selecting varieties, planting, nurturing and harvesting.

Registration - No registration required for this free event

More details - https://ucanr.edu/site/uc-master-gardeners-santa-clara-county/event/growing-great-tomatoes-and-peppers-san-jose

Location -

Gilroy Public Library
350 W 6th Street
Gilroy, CA 95020
United States

Host - UC Master Gardeners

Description - Citrus is easy to grow and offers ornamental qualities to a landscape. Learn about citrus varieties for our climate, planting tips, soil preparation, nutrient requirements, irrigation, pruning and managing pests. Enjoy growing and eating your own citrus fruit!

Registration - No registration required for this free event

More details - https://ucanr.edu/site/uc-master-gardeners-santa-clara-county/event/growing-citrus-your-home-garden-gilroy

Location -

Lucie Stern Community Center
Community Room
1305 Middlefield Rd
Palo Alto, CA 94301

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=45286

More details - https://ucanr.edu/county-office/santa-clara-county/community-workshops-your-neighborhood

Location -

Palo Alto Demonstration Garden
851 Center Drive
Palo Alto, CA 94301
United States

Host - UC Master Gardeners

Description - Immerse yourself in the beauty of these remarkable plants that not only enhance your landscape but also create a stunning, low-water, natural garden and a haven for beneficial insects, butterflies, and birds. Uncover invaluable landscaping insights, explore a curated selection of Spring accent plants, and receive detailed care instructions for drought-tolerant species.

Registration - No registration required for this free event

More details - https://ucanr.edu/site/uc-master-gardeners-santa-clara-county/event/padg-beauty-spring-waterwise-garden-palo-alto

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-1256075177669?aff=ebdsoporgprofile

More details - Urban Forestry Education Center Workday Tickets, Sat, Apr 5, 2025 at 9:00 AM | Eventbrite

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 - CNPS-SCV Meetup page

More details - Kirk Park Pollinator Garden

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 - https://www.meetup.com/california-native-plant-society-santa-clara-valley-chapter/

More details - https://www.cnps-scv.org/restoration/cataldi-park-native-garden.  

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 - https://www.meetup.com/california-native-plant-society-santa-clara-valley-chapter/

More details - Lake Cunningham Native Garden

Location - Edgewood Park and Natural Preserve

Host - California Native Plant Society

Description - Help restore habitat at Edgewood Park and Natural Preserve, known for fabulous wildflowers and amazing diversity near Redwood City. Weeders see far more than weeds: we get to be up close to the native plants, some of which are seen only by weeders.

Registration - To participate, join the email list and sign the electronic volunteer agreement, by sending an email to weed- warriors-coord@friendsofedgewood.org.

More details - Edgewood Restoration

Location - Zoom Webinar

Host - City of Milpitas (BAWSCA)

Description - Learn more about diverting your laundry wash water to your garden using graywater systems.

Registration - https://bawsca.org/conserve/programs/signup2/

More details - https://bawsca.org/conserve/programs/eventdetails/

Celebrate Earth Day!  Discover low-water California Native Plants and garden elements that invite local birds, pollinators and others, turning your yard into an ecosystem.

Zoom link will be emailed before the class.

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