Master Gardener Program, UC Cooperative Extension, Los Angeles County

Los Angeles County and surrounding areas are currently under quarantine for an insect that carries a disease that kills all species of citrus trees including oranges, lemons, limes, grapefruit, tangerines, kumquats, etc. The Beyond Citrus series of workshops is being offered by the Los Angeles County Master Gardeners to show residents what can be done to help slow the spread of this incurable disease until an effective treatment is available. One approach is to plant non-...citrus alternatives, since only citrus and very close relatives of citrus can carry this disease and provide habitat for the insect. This workshop will focus on four fruit trees that are harvested in the fall: pomegranates, figs, jujubes and persimmons, all of which grow and produce well in a Mediterranean climate. Topics: - The many cultivars of pomegranates, figs, jujubes and persimmons available in local nurseries and by mail - Harvesting and preparation tips including healthy recipes - The unique flowering and fruiting habits of each species - Pruning and training methods for healthy, productive trees - The unique characteristics of the Asian Citrus Psyllid that make if easy to distinguish from other insects found on citrus trees - The symptoms of Huanglongbing or Citrus Greening Disease This workshop was live streamed on Facebook and Zoom.

Join us on Saturday December 5 at 10 am for a workshop on four fall producing fruit trees: pomegranates, figs, jujubes and persimmons. This workshop is part of ...our Beyond Citrus series, which encourages the planting of non-citrus fruit trees while Huanglongbing (aka Citrus Greening Disease) continues to infect and kill citrus trees in LA County and surrounding areas. This will be our first workshop that will be live streamed on both Facebook (this page) and Zoom. Zoom link: https://ucanr.zoom.us/j/95083259963

Our next Garden-In-Place workshop is tomorrow! Tuesday, October 20, 10:00am - via Zoom Topics to include: - Teaching in the Garden: Gardening by Age - The Stinking Rose: Growing Garlic at Home... - Improve Your Soil this Winter by Planting a Cover Crop See more

Garlic is a great crop to grow in Southern California. It requires a long growing season through the cool months. Plant in October for a June harvest. After harvesting, set aside a few bulbs for the next fall's planting.

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Don't miss our next Garden-In-Place workshop! Tuesday, October 20, 10:00am - via Zoom Topics to include: - Teaching in the Garden: Gardening by Age... - The Stinking Rose: Growing Garlic at Home - Improve Your Soil this Winter by Planting a Cover Crop See more

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TIMELY FREE WEBINAR ON POST-FIRE SOIL SAFETY Topics will include: Constituents of concern after wildfires (Claire O'Brien, UC Davis Veterinary Medicine)... Produce safety considerations after wildfire: Findings from a study assessing impact of smoke and ash on produce safety after the 2017 fires in Sonoma County (Julia Van Soelen Kim, UC Cooperative Extension) Post-fire site remediation process (Glenn Morelli, County of Sonoma) Soil considerations for food gardens after wildfires: Soil health considerations after a wildfire and best practices for reducing risk and improving soil health (Rob Bennaton, UCCE) Backyard chicken considerations after wildfires: Findings from a California study on backyard chicken egg safety post-wildfire (Todd Kelman, UC Davis Veterinary Medicine) Panel Q&A

COVID-19 put the world on pause ... but our mission is moving forward! When you invest in the UC Master Gardener Program on #GivingTuesday, you help create gardening resources, virtual workshops and empower gardeners to support food banks, schools, and community gardens. Give today and connect a love of gardening and UC expertise to the people in your community. ucanr.edu/GivingTuesday #PushPlayCA

Tune in tomorrow for our Garden-In-Place Workshop! Timely gardening advice given by UC Master Gardeners. Free! See flyer for details.

Garden-In-Place Workshops Continue in October! LA County Master Gardeners bring you tips and advice you can use now in your gardens. Tune in every 1st and 3rd Tuesday, 10:00 a.m. See the flyer for details.

The 2020 UC Master Gardener Mini Virtual Conference is around the corner! It online, open to the public, and free! https://ucanr.edu//2020MGCo/2020_Virtual_Mini_Conference/

FREE Webinar Series: Forest & Tree Pests! Tuesdays in October, 3:00pm-4:15pm. Register here: http://ucanr.edu/itpwebinar 10/6 - South American Palm Weevil 10/13 - Goldspotted Oak Borer... 10/20 - Invasive Shot Hole Borer 10/27 - Invasive Shot Hole Borers (in Spanish) See more

A happy recipient of seeds given by a Master Gardener at an LA County Farmers Market (pre-COVID). @reneesgardenseeds has been a long time supporter of our program by donating seeds for Master Gardners to redistribute to LA County residents at school gardens, community gardens, and at events and workshops. #reneesgardenseeds #lamgs #mastergardenersla

FREE WORKSHOP TODAY! LA County Master Gardener, Emi Carvell, will talk about growing food in her own front yard. Learn all you need to know for your cool season garden! Register at the library's website by clicking the link.

UC Master Gardener, George Pessin, is offering a free gardening class series. Get great information from a great teacher! To register: beverlyhills.org/bhrec

FREE Webinar on Post Fire Soil Safety! Are you growing food on property impacted by wildfire? Fire introduces new considerations for growing produce and raising backyard poultry. In this free virtual webinar, learn from scientists who have studied urban wildfires in California, including: what questions to ask, how to improve soil health and make informed decisions about food safety, which agencies might have helpful information, and what remains unknown in this burgeoning field of study. Saturday, Oct 17, 2020, 9:30 am - 11:30 am PSThttps://ucanr.edu/survey/survey.cfm?surveynumber=32054