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Oxnard | Resister Now for Free California Friendly Landscape Training Class

Oxnard | Resister Now for Free California Friendly Landscape Training Class

OXNARD, Calif.- To help Oxnard make water conservation a way of life, the City is offering classes to teach residents how to transform lawns into beautiful, water-efficient gardens. All residential water customers are invited to register for one of the following classes to be held at the Oxnard Performing Arts and Convention Center: Saturday, January […]

Whale Watching Season Begins in Oxnard!

Whale Watching Season Begins in Oxnard!

Oxnard, CA – It’s that time of year to catch a glimpse of nature during Whale Watching Season taking place off the coast of Oxnard.  The season officially begins the day after Christmas, December 26 and continues through mid to late April 2019. Both Island Packers, Ventura County’s official concessionaire to the Channel Islands National […]

Take December Off From Gardening Chores—Or Not

Take December Off From Gardening Chores—Or Not

Oxnard, Calif.—Tending to a garden is not necessarily high on the list of things to do in December, but if gardening is your passion, there is still plenty to keep you busy, says Agromin, an Oxnard-based manufacturer of earth-friendly compost products made from organic material collected from more than 200 California cities including those in […]

Native Plants Sale at the Museum of Ventura County

Native Plants Sale at the Museum of Ventura County

Ventura, Calif.— The California Native Plant Society Channel Islands will host a native plant sale at the Museum of Ventura County, 10 a.m. – 3 pm., Nov. 17. The CNPSCI is dedicated to conserving California native plants and their natural habitats while preserving our local ecosystems. The Museum is located at 100 E. Main St., […]

Upcoming Gardening Education Classes offered by Master Gardener Program of Ventura County

Upcoming Gardening Education Classes offered by Master Gardener Program of Ventura County

Enjoy and prepare your winter vegetable garden, purchase native plants and winter vegetables, spend time learning information to enhance your home landscape.  Registered today and reserve your space for these informative gardening education opportunities.  Learn from a Master Gardener about Orchard Maintenance and how to select bare root trees. When: Sat. Jan. 19, 2019 Time:  9:00 to […]

Cooler November Weather Creates Gardening Opportunities

Cooler November Weather Creates Gardening Opportunities

Oxnard, Calif.—It’s time to take advantage of November’s cooler weather and shorter days by adding to gardens and preparing for winter, says Agromin, an Oxnard-based manufacturer of earth-friendly compost products made from organic material collected from more than 200 California cities including those in Ventura County. Add Mulch Around Plants and Trees: Mulch will stop […]

Winter Vegetable and California Native Plant Sale!

Winter Vegetable and California Native Plant Sale!

Now is the time to gather winter vegetable plants, California native plants, and gardening information. The information is FREE and the plants are offered at an amazing price. What: Winter Vegetable and California Native Plant Sale Date: November 3, 2018 Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM Contact: Leah Haynes Sponsor: Master Gardeners of Ventura County […]

6th Annual Ventura County Farm Day: “Family-Friendly Weekend of Farms and Food”

6th Annual Ventura County Farm Day: “Family-Friendly Weekend of Farms and Food”

Ventura County, Calif. (October 10, 2018)–On Saturday, November 3, more than 20 Ventura County farms will open their doors and invite the public to experience a day of agricultural activities and tours during the 6th Annual Ventura County Farm Day.   Farm Day tour hours are 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The public can go to www.VenturaCountyFarmDay.com, […]

Get Your Tickets to the 6th Annual VC Farm Day Kickoff Barbecue

Get Your Tickets to the 6th Annual VC Farm Day Kickoff Barbecue

Feast on a gourmet farm-to-table BBQ provided by Chef Tim Kilcoyne of Scratch while you enjoy the beautiful setting of Oxnard Historic Farm Park. Beer, wine and cocktails will be provided by local vendors. Make sure to bring the whole family to celebrate the hands and lands that feed us! Enjoy games, raffles, live entertainment […]

Create A Fall Garden Full Of Color

Create A Fall Garden Full Of Color

Oxnard, Calif.—Summer isn’t the only season to enjoy a colorful garden. A fall garden can be filled with vibrant foliage and tasty vegetables, says Agromin, an Oxnard-based manufacturer of earth-friendly compost products made from organic material collected from more than 200 California cities. Add Cool Season Flowers: A surprising number of flowers thrive in fall […]