Free
Intermediate
SoCal Gas Pro Series – Fire-Ready Landscapes: What We are Doing Now
“Fire-Ready Landscapes: What We are Doing Now,” hosted by Southern …
Free
SoCal Gas Pro Series – Fire-Ready Landscapes: What We are Doing Now
What you'll learn
History and background of fire in urban/wildland interface areas
Determine key points of a property’s vulnerability
Understand the importance of maintaining a good soil moisture balance
Review landscape maintenance practices for protection
Plan a fire-resistant residence/landscape interface
Design a fire-resistant landscape using the Watershed Approach
Understand the additional complexities of hillside fires
Select a plant palette that minimizes the spread of fire
Additional discussion about landscape mulches and fire
Free
All Levels
Landscape Myth Busters – Monterey
With so much information available, it can sometimes be difficult …
Free
Landscape Myth Busters – Monterey
What you'll learn
What plants really need to thrive
How to save money and time working with natural systems
Sometimes, it’s not as simple as “the experts” say it is
Not all irrigation is created equal
Free
Beginner
Rainwater is Free – Catch it! Use it!
In today’s landscapes, it’s not about how much it rains, …
Free
Rainwater is Free – Catch it! Use it!
What you'll learn
Criteria and considerations in selecting a site-appropriate rainwater capture method
Designing swales (basins) and berms (sizing calculations, setbacks, installation) for every landscape
Directing water into and out of rain gardens
Working with rain barrels and cisterns where appropriate
Free
Beginner
Eat Your Garden – Monterey
Given rising food costs and declining nutritional value in store-bought …
Free
Eat Your Garden – Monterey
What you'll learn
Tips to growing flavorful, nutrient dense fruits and vegetables
Successfully irrigating fruits and vegetables
Integrating edibles in the landscape
Growing vegetables in planters
Planning for edibles all year round
Free
All Levels
Permeable Everywhere
Discover creative ways to make your landscape more beautiful and …
Free
Permeable Everywhere
What you'll learn
1. Opportunities for permeability everywhere
2. Walkable groundcovers
3. Pathways using gravel or decomposed granite
4. Working with flagstone
5. Installing brick and concrete pavers
6. Grading hardscape to capture rain
Free
Beginner
Bugs? Ugh! Managing Weeds and Pests
Learn how to tackle pests and weeds without harmful chemicals. …
Free
Bugs? Ugh! Managing Weeds and Pests
What you'll learn
• Discover principles of integrated pest management (IPM)
• Develop strategies to prevent pest problems, highlighting mosquitoes
• Manage weeds and regrowth without chemicals
• Review non-toxic solutions for pest control
Free
Beginner
Gardens for Birds, Bees and Other Pollinators
Join pollinator expert, Frederique Lavoipierre for an engaging exploration into the …
Free
Gardens for Birds, Bees and Other Pollinators
What you'll learn
Key elements to creating a pollinator and bird oasis
Pollinators and the plants that attract them
Role of native plants in supporting wildlife
Factors that threaten pollinator and bird health
Free
Beginner
Change Your Landscape Without Breaking the Bank – Monterey
Whether you’re looking to transform your yard completely or eager …
Free
Change Your Landscape Without Breaking the Bank – Monterey
What you'll learn
Understand the key elements of a garden
Determine which elements to prioritize on a limited budget
Evaluate if involving a professional is right for you
How to get creative with materials and techniques
Come up with a framework for planning your garden transformations
