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Discover How Olive Trees Become Bonsai Living Art |
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Posted by: News_Desk on 02/10/2017 03:36 PM
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San Andreas, CA... Olive trees will be the featured topic at the Mother Lode Bonsai Club’s demonstration on Saturday, March 4. Sam Adina of Stockton will be the sensei, or instructor for the free public presentation, which follows the club meeting at 10 a.m. in the San Andreas Central Library, 1299 Gold Hunter Road (off Mountain Ranch Road) in San Andreas.
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Construction & Irrigation Of Raised Beds |
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Posted by: News_Desk on 02/08/2017 04:31 PM
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Jackson, CA...Tired of all the rocks you find when you are digging in your garden? Problem soils or slopes on your property? Critters driving you crazy? It might be time to try gardening in raised beds. Raising produce and flowers in raised beds allows gardeners to better control the growing conditions in a wide variety of garden environments. They can also be designed to make gardening a little easier on your back! Please join the UCCE Master Gardeners of Amador County on Saturday, March 4th for our class, “Construction and Irrigation of Raised Beds”.
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“Welcoming Pollinators to Your Garden,” A UCCE Master Gardeners Class |
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Posted by: News_Desk on 02/08/2017 04:40 PM
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Jackson, CA...We all enjoy the beauty of flowers and fresh produce from our gardens. But, our harvests would not be possible without the help of various small, flying creatures. Approximately 75% of all plants need pollinators. With a little planning, you can have a beautiful, productive garden as well as provide important habitat for hummingbirds, butterflies, bees and other important pollinators.
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Building & Using A Hoop House ~ A UCCE Master Gardeners Class |
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Posted by: News_Desk on 02/08/2017 04:46 PM
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Jackson, CA...How would you like more control over the growing season? Do you want to harvest tomatoes year-round and grow lettuce for your salads in the hot summer?
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Ebbetts Pass Lumber & Arnold Ace Home Center Have Your Flood & Emergency Supplies |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 02/08/2017 08:47 PM
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Arnold, CA...Ebbetts Pass Lumber & Arnold Ace Home Center Have Your Flood & Emergency Supplies. We have flood control and cleanup items in stock. Supplies are moving quickly so stock up now! Flood Barriers, Sandbags (Empty and w/ Sand), Hydrabarriers, Quick Dams, Wattles. Generators, Sump Pumps and Hose, Expanding Spray Foam, Rain Gear
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Learn Crafting By Grafting At Mother Lode Bonsai Club |
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Posted by: News_Desk on 01/11/2017 12:36 PM
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San Andreas,CA...“Crafting by Grafting” will be the theme for the Mother Lode Bonsai Club’s free public demonstration on Saturday, February 4. Guest speaker will be Dan “Doc” Ward, a well-known Placer County bonsai expert, who resides in Granite Bay. His presentation will follow the club’s monthly meeting at 10:00 a.m. in the San Andreas Central Library, 1299 Gold Hunter Road (off Mountain Ranch Road) in San Andreas.
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Mother Lode Bonsai Club’s Workshop On Seasonal Repotting |
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Posted by: News_Desk on 12/16/2016 04:29 PM
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San Andreas, CA...Mother Lode Bonsai Club will conduct a free workshop for the public on seasonal bonsai repotting, following the club’s Saturday, January 7 meeting at 10:00 a.m. The event will take place at the San Andreas Central Library, 1299 Gold Hunter Road (off Mountain Ranch Road) in San Andreas.
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“Selection & Care Of Ornamental Shrubs & Roses,” A UCCE Master Gardeners Class |
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Posted by: News_Desk on 12/14/2016 12:43 PM
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Jackson, CA...Many homeowners in Amador County have ornamental shrubs in their landscape or garden. Many might also be considering adding to the shrubs and have questions about which ones to choose. If this sounds like you, plan on attending the UCCE Master Gardeners of Amador County class “Selection and Care of Ornamental Shrubs and Roses” on January 28, 2017. This class will discuss various ornamental shrubs that grow throughout Amador County and the season in which they bloom. We will also discuss the proper time to prune these shrubs, as not all of them are pruned at the same time.
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Learn How To Graft Fruit Trees With The UCCE Master Gardeners! |
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Posted by: News_Desk on 12/14/2016 01:00 PM
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Jackson, CA...Join the UCCE Master Gardeners of Amador County on February 11, 2017 for this timely class on grafting backyard fruit trees. Local Master Gardeners will present a hands-on clinic covering grafting techniques for home gardeners. Whip, tongue and cleft grafts will be demonstrated and practiced. Bud grafts will also be discussed. Learn how to grow a fruit salad tree. A variety of fruit tree scions will also be available for participants to take home. Hand-outs will be available. The class is free and open to the public. No reservations are required. All classes are held in the GSA building at 12200-B Airport Rd. in Jackson from 9am to Noon.
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UCCE Master Gardeners Plant Propagation Class |
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Posted by: News_Desk on 12/14/2016 01:08 PM
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Jackson, CA...Get ready for your springtime garden by learning the best practices for getting your vegetables off to a successful start. Seed starting and using plant cuttings to clone new plants is one of the most exciting and interesting facets of being a gardener. This class, “Plant Propagation”, on February 25, 2017 will include an informative lecture followed by hands-on practice under the supervision of UCCE Master Gardeners.
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