Garden Notes from Master Gardeners of Ventura County
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With Spring Upon Us, Time To Make Garden and Landscaping Plans
Spring officially begins March 20 but there is no need to wait to start planning and planting your spring garden and landscape projects, says Agromin, an Oxnard-based manufacturer of earth-friendly compost products made from organic material collected from more than 50 California cities including those in Ventura County. Evaluate Your Soil: With the heavy rains […]
Garden Notes from Master Gardeners of Ventura County
Gardening Activities Prepare: Start tuberous Record last frost dates in garden Start fuchsias from Fertilize & Water: Continue to water all plants according to Planting: Plant summer vegetables, cool-season crops, and avocado and citrus Plant potatoes, green beans, tomatoes, asparagus from seeds, and artichokes (from seed-grown transplants). Plant Plant trees, shrubs, vines, and ground Plant […]
Garden Notes from Master Gardeners of Ventura County
Master Gardeners of Ventura County Prepare: Gardening Activities Prune kiwi Cut back fuchsias after they begin to In coastal zones, prune begonias, ginger, cannas, asparagus ferns, ivy, and Deadhead cool-season flowers to keep them Check warm-season lawns for Dethatch if necessary; wait until lawn begins to grow. Mow cool-season Level Bermuda lawns if needed, this […]
Gardening Can Take a Back Seat To Holiday Festivities in December
December is the ideal month to take time off from gardening and enjoy the holidays, cost but for those who love to garden regardless of the season, there is still plenty to do, says Agromin, an Oxnard-based manufacturer of earth-friendly compost products made from organic material collected from more than 50 California cities including those […]
Add To Your Garden and Landscape During November
November is the ideal time to add to your landscape and garden. The weather is not too hot and not too cold, perfect for outdoor activity. November is also the start of the rainy season in southern California, and with any luck, rainy weather this month will help new plants take root, says Agromin, an […]
Gardeners Need to Prepare For Hot Weather, Dry Winds in September
While most of the nation begins to see cooler weather in September, southern California is often faced with hot, dry Santa Ana winds that make it a challenge to keep a garden green, hydrated and producing, says Agromin, an Oxnard-based manufacturer of earth-friendly compost products made from organic material collected from more than 50 California […]
The Ventura County Garden Club begins its 2016-17 Season — Sept. 7th
The Ventura County Garden Club begins its 2016-17 season Wednesday, Sept 7, 2016 at l:00 PM at St. Paul’s Episcopal & Emmanuel Lutheran church, located at 117 7th Street in Santa Paula. Santa Paula’s award winning chapter of “America in Bloom” will be represented by Dianne Davis and Gary Nasalroad. Light refreshments will be served. Members and guests […]
Ventura County Garden Club Ends Season Planning for 2016/2017
Members of the Ventura County Garden Club (VCGC) celebrated their year’s end with a luncheon at the Saticoy Country Club on June 1, 2016. Outgoing president, Linda Wilkinson, was thanked and presented with a gift. Presentation was made by outgoing Vice President, Teresa Reese, with a beautification gift to the city of Fillmore. The next […]
Time to register for Two Master Gardeners Workshops!
There’s nothing quite as stunning as a rose bouquet or fragile orchid bloom. And if you know anything about these beautiful flowers, you know they require special care. Come learn all about watering, feeding, pruning and all other tricks of the trade to ensure the health of your plants. For more information and to register […]
