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SUMMARY:Compost Happens! (at Central Park)
DESCRIPTION:From the Arboretum Society: \nLearn the basics of backyard composting with Norine Cepernich. Learn why composting matters\, how to do it\, and how to use the finished “black gold”. Discover the fun of worm composting\, known as vermicomposting\, using worms\, cardboard\, and kitchen scraps. Norine Cepernich has had a lifetime of being a gardener\, starting with her grandfather growing tomatoes in his San Francisco backyard. She became a Master Composter in 2009 and a Master Gardener in 2019. She is a co-lead at the MG Garden Education Center\, (GEC) where edibles and cover crops are grown year round. Composting is a huge part of the continued success with impressive harvests.
URL:https://dsma.org/event/compost-happens-at-central-park/
LOCATION:San Mateo Central Park\, 50 E 5th Ave\, San Mateo\, 94401\, United States
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SUMMARY:Re-Think your Lawn: Creating Water-efficient and Climate Resilient Landscapes (at Central Park)
DESCRIPTION:From the Arboretum Society: \nTransform your outdoor space with our class\, “Re-Think Your Lawn: Creating Water-efficient & Climate Resilient Landscapes.” Join us to explore innovative landscaping techniques that conserve water and enhance resilience against climate change. Learn how to cultivate beautiful\, sustainable gardens that thrive in any weather condition while minimizing your environmental footprint. Perfect for homeowners and gardening enthusiasts looking to make a positive impact. Sign up today and start reimagining your lawn. \nPresenter: Frank Niccoli. Frank Niccoli has been a gardener for over 72 years. He has a degree in horticulture and also has a degree in Business Psychology. He is the past president of the founding chapter of the California Landscape Contractors Association and served on the Board for the Association of Professional Landscape Designers. Sponsored by Bay Area Water Service Conservation Agency (BAWSCA).
URL:https://dsma.org/event/re-think-your-lawn-creating-water-efficient-climate-resilient-landscapes-at-central-park/
LOCATION:San Mateo Central Park\, 50 E 5th Ave\, San Mateo\, 94401\, United States
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SUMMARY:Laundry to Landscape (at Central Park)
DESCRIPTION:From the Arboretum Society: \nDiscover the revolutionary concept of “Laundry to Landscape” in our upcoming class! Learn how to repurpose your greywater from laundry into a resource that nourishes your garden and reduces water waste. This workshop will teach you sustainable practices that enhance your landscape’s health while conserving precious resources. Ideal for eco-conscious homeowners and gardening enthusiasts. Join us and transform your laundry routine into a sustainable landscape solution! Presenter: Frank Niccoli. Frank Niccoli has been a gardener for over 72 years. He has a degree in horticulture having studied at the Cal Poly\, San Luis Obispo and at the College of San Mateo and also has a degree in Business Psychology and was an instructor in the Environmental Horticulture Dept at Foothill College. He is the past president of the founding chapter of the California Landscape Contractors Association and served on the Board for the Association of Professional Landscape Designers. Sponsored by Bay Area Water Service Conservation Agency (BAWSCA).
URL:https://dsma.org/event/laundry-to-landscape-at-central-park/
LOCATION:San Mateo Central Park\, 50 E 5th Ave\, San Mateo\, 94401\, United States
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SUMMARY:Growing Orchids- Tips for San Francisco and the Bay Area Climate (at Central Park)
DESCRIPTION:From the Arboretum Society:\nLearn about cool\, temperate and tropical zone orchids and which are best for your climate. Get to know cool-growing orchids for San Francisco such as Masdevallia\, Cymbidiums as well as everyone’s favorite indoor orchid – the Phaelaenopsis. Discover how to successfully re-pot\, water and feed orchids\, encourage re-blooming\, and deal with common pests and diseases. Presenter Lisa Erdos worked in quality for the pharmaceutical industry for 30 years before becoming a Master Gardener in 2009. She enjoys volunteering at the San Francisco Botanical Garden on a “Green Team\,” volunteering at Garden for the Environment and helping home gardeners solve plant problems through the Master Gardener Helpline. Growing Masdevallia\, Cymbidium\, Dendrobium kingianum and Phalaenopsis orchids in San Francisco is a fun hobby and she is continually surprised that they bloom and thrive!
URL:https://dsma.org/event/growing-orchids-tips-for-san-francisco-and-the-bay-area-climate-at-central-park/
LOCATION:San Mateo Central Park\, 50 E 5th Ave\, San Mateo\, 94401\, United States
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