August 2021

The COVID-19 outbreak has forced cancellation of most events and closure of many public spaces. Some venues are beginning to open back up up, but please contact the venues before committing anything to your calendar.

Submitted by Yvonne Savio
Contact each location to confirm the listed event, for details, and for a full schedule.
Events are free with admission unless otherwise indicated.

For more events as they’re posted, see https://www.gardeninginla.net/submit-your-garden-events.html

ONLINE WEBINARS and IN-PERSON EVENTS August 2021

Saturday, 08-01-21, 10:00-11:30am
In-person Event - Food Preservation Garden Class at the Greystone Demonstration Garden
The City of Beverly Hills

Learn the various methods we use to preserve our harvest including Drying, Freezing, Pickling, Fermenting, and Canning.  All classes are held at the Greystone Demonstration Garden at the famed Greystone Mansion, 905 Loma Vista Drive, Beverly Hills 90210. $15; register at https://beverlyhills.org/gardening .  For more information, contact George Pessin, gpessin@beverlyhills.org, 310-779-8816, https://beverlyhills.org/gardening

Thursday, 08-12-21, 7:00pm
Online Webinar and In-Person Event - Garden Tools with Jill Morganelli
Friendship Auditorium, 3201 Riverside Drive, Los Angeles
The Southern California Horticultural Society

Jill Morganelli is the former Horticulturaral Supervisor of the Los Angeles County Arboretum and Botanic Garden. She will discuss the uses and varieties of garden tools. This is our first LIVE meeting since the shutdown. We will also stream it live as a webinar, but the timeline has changed: 7:00 Meeting begins 7:10 Plant Forum, 7:25 Announcements, 7:30 Speaker presentation. The webinar is free, but you must register to receive Zoom access: www.socalhort.org . For more information, email socalhort@gmail.com. 

Saturday, 08-14-21, 9:00am-12:00pm
Online Workshop - California Native Garden Design
The Chino Basin Water Conservation District

Gardens using California native plants can be gorgeous, easy to maintain, full of color and habitat for birds and pollinators, and often only require water once a month once established. Come learn why native gardens are a great choice and the basics of designing your own. Gardening with native plants does not mean you have to grow only native plants. If your curious, come check it out, you might fall in love with a new and rewarding approach to gardening!

For more information and to register for for this free class: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/california-native-garden-design-online-workshop-tickets-158028566697?aff=ebdsoporgprofile

Thursday, 08-19-21, 9:00am-12:00pm
Online Workshop - Landscape Transformation Basics
The Chino Basin Water Conservation District

Thinking about putting in a beautiful and waterwise landscape at home? Join us to learn about the process and rebates to help make it happen. Whether you are starting with a lawn, a “lawn,” dirt, or a patch of weeds, in this workshop we will teach you the basics you need to know to start planning your landscape transformation! Converting your yard to a vibrant and low water landscape can seem intimidating, but we are here to help.

For more information and to register for for this free class: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/landscape-transformation-basics-online-workshop-tickets-158153612713?aff=ebdsoporgprofile

Thursday, 08-19-21, 1:00-2:00pm
Online Webinar Series - Garden Info Series: Weed Identification
UC Integrated Pest Management Program (UCIPM)

The UC Statewide Integrated Pest Management Urban & Community Program is excited to present a new monthly webinar series that is free and open to the public. Presenters will share helpful pest management information for California residents. Topics will vary each month, covering landscape pest management, household pests, rodent identification, understanding pesticides, management for weeds, invasive pests and more.  For more information: https://ucanr.edu/sites/ucipm-community-webinars/ 

Saturday, 08-28-21, 9:00am to 12:00pm
Online Webinar - Removing Your Lawn the Right Way
The Chino Basin Water Conservation District

If you or your gardener are just watering and mowing your grass and don’t actually use it, it might be time to consider water and maintenance-saving alternatives that will bring you more beauty and interest than your turf ever did.

Mondays, 06-21-21 through 8-31-21, 6:30-9:30pm
Online Webinar Series - Planting Design for the Home Gardener
UCLA Extension Program

This 11-week course covers the principles of design for the residential garden using a combination of plant materials and built elements. Instruction includes spatial, functional, climatic, and visual analysis of the site. It also explores the design process for laying out the garden, choosing site-appropriate plants, providing structural definition, and producing desired moods, vistas, and aesthetic effects. Cost = $625.  To register: https://www.uclaextension.edu/landscape-architecture-horticulture/horticulture-gardening/course/planting-design-home-gardener .  For more information, contact Melissa McDonald mmcdonald@uclaextension.edu , phone 310-825-9586

Tuesdays, 06-22-21 through 8-31-21, 6:00-7:00pm
Online Webinar Series - Indoor Plants: Care and Maintenance
UCLA Extension Program

Plants add color, texture, and warmth to indoor spaces. They improve air quality and add a natural and living element to a room’s design. Whether you are looking to expand your indoor plant collection, just getting started with your first plant, or looking for answers to your many plant problems, this course focuses on the fundamental aspects of growing plants indoors. Instruction includes properly identifying fifty plants that do well in an indoor environment and their specific cultural requirements. The course of study also covers understanding indoor environments, which is fundamental when choosing plants that will have the most success. This course covers common indoor plant pests, diseases, watering techniques, artificial and natural lighting, humidity, temperature, etc. Cost = $625.  To register: https://www.uclaextension.edu/landscape-architecture-horticulture/horticulturegardening/course/indoor-plants-care-and .  For more information, contact Melissa McDonald, mmcdonald@uclaextension.edu, 310-825-9586.

Thursdays, 06-24-21 through 9-02-21, 6:30-9:30pm
Online Webinar Series - Gardening Practices and Techniques with Jill Morganelli
UCLA Extension Program

This course offers a practical introduction to the basics of maintaining a home garden. Students gain knowledge in tool selection and care, soil preparation, planting, plant nutrition, and water requirements. Topics include common landscape problems with organic and holistic solutions; our special climate and micro-climates, including sun and shade exposures; various pruning techniques; types of irrigation systems; gardening in containers; and gardening with color including perennials, annuals, and bulbs. Cost = $625 To register:  https://www.uclaextension.edu/landscape-architecture-horticulture/horticulturegardening/course/gardening-practices-and .  For more information, contact Melissa McDonald, mmcdonald@uclaextension.edu, 310-825-9586.

VARIOUS DATES - Check out the selection of Online Webinars at the Theodore Payne Foundation:

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