Recorded ZOOM Educational Seminars & Workshops
2020 RECORDINGS
JULY 2020
Sunday, July 12, 2020 |
Taking Cuttings for Propagation with Virginia Martin
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During this presentation you will learn how to take the different types of plant cuttings for propagation. You will learn the best time to take cuttings and the steps required to collect, plant, and maintain cuttings for successful new plants. Tips and methods of preventing Damping off Disease will also be discussed.
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Virginia Martin was trained as a Master Gardener in 2006 by the University of California Cooperative Extension program.
Virginia has been propagating plants for many years. She has a ½ acre park-like garden at her home. With winter frost and animal damage she loses plants but they can easily be replaced by the stock of propagated plants she grows and keeps in the wings. She gives a class on propagation in the summer at our Gardening Education Center at the San Mateo Event Center. The abundance of plants propagated from the class are typically sold at the Spring Garden Market in April.
Virginia has been propagating plants for many years. She has a ½ acre park-like garden at her home. With winter frost and animal damage she loses plants but they can easily be replaced by the stock of propagated plants she grows and keeps in the wings. She gives a class on propagation in the summer at our Gardening Education Center at the San Mateo Event Center. The abundance of plants propagated from the class are typically sold at the Spring Garden Market in April.
AUGUST 2020
Sunday, August 2, 2020 |
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Beauty of Bees with Elizabeth Newell
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You can bring the beauty of bees into your garden and life without becoming a beekeeper! This class goes beyond honey and pollination to explore how bees can adorn and enrich your outdoor experience.
Bees come in a surprising and brilliant variety of forms and lead lives that inspire and entertain. Learn about some of the amazing and beautiful bee species to be found in our area, how to attract them, and explor new ways to appreciate and enjoy the biology and beauty of these fascinating garden visitors.This is a class for the Renaissance person looking for a new intellectual and aesthetic connection to the wold of bees. |
Elizabeth Newell is a former President of the Beekeeper's Guild of San Mateo County. Her website is almost live at www.humanebeeremoval.buzz
SEPTEMBER 2020
Sunday, September 13, 2020 |
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Natural Pest Deterrent with Frank Niccoli
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Our speaker, Frank Niccoli, will look in-depth at the alternatives to using pesticides. We will examine the insects you will see in your garden and ask the question “To spray or not to spray?’’ Sometimes you cause more harm by spraying. Find out how to grow more veggies and care for your ornamental plants with beneficial insects, bio-rational pesticides, and good cultural management. Registration required: www.SanMateoArboretum.org or call 650-579-0536 ext 3
Frank Niccoli has been a gardener for over 50 years. He was seven when his grandmother taught him the magic in seeds.
Frank has a degree in horticulture having studied at the Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo and at the College of San Mateo. Frank also has a degree in Business Psychology and is 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.
Frank has a degree in horticulture having studied at the Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo and at the College of San Mateo. Frank also has a degree in Business Psychology and is 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.
OCTOBER 2020
Sunday, October 4, 2020
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SUCCULENT TOPPED PUMPKIN WORKSHOP
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ZOOM WEBINAR
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Nonmembers: $35/pumpkin
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SUCCULENT TOPPED PUMPKIN WORKSHOP
Sunday, Oct 4, 1 - 2 pm
Celebrate the Fall Season by creating a succulent topped pumpkin centerpiece. You purchase a 6-8 inch wide uncarved pumpkin. We will supply you with a kit containing a variety of succulents and other natural materials, glue and Zana Lugo (www.peaceloveplant.com) will supply the instruction (via Zoom). You will be emailed dates & times when kits (containing moss, succulents, glue etc) can be picked up at the San Mateo Arboretum Society in San Mateo Central Park. We recommend your pumpkin have a flat top surface. Fantasy pumpkins also called Cinderella work very well and are usually available at Trader Joes & Sprouts. These types of pumpkins last a lot longer than a traditional carving pumpkin.
Sunday, Oct 4, 1 - 2 pm
Celebrate the Fall Season by creating a succulent topped pumpkin centerpiece. You purchase a 6-8 inch wide uncarved pumpkin. We will supply you with a kit containing a variety of succulents and other natural materials, glue and Zana Lugo (www.peaceloveplant.com) will supply the instruction (via Zoom). You will be emailed dates & times when kits (containing moss, succulents, glue etc) can be picked up at the San Mateo Arboretum Society in San Mateo Central Park. We recommend your pumpkin have a flat top surface. Fantasy pumpkins also called Cinderella work very well and are usually available at Trader Joes & Sprouts. These types of pumpkins last a lot longer than a traditional carving pumpkin.
NOVEMBER 2020
Sunday, November 1, 2020 ZOOM WEBINAR
HOLIDAY FLOWER DESIGNS w/ Liane Benedict
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Liane Benedict, certified floral designer, demonstrates how to create at least five different types of floral arrangements – from fall to holiday designs. Discover how to care for fresh-cut flowers and learn the tips, techniques and tricks used by professional florists.
Liane grew up in the San Francisco Bay Area and graduated from Stanford with a degree in Human Biology and Neurophysiology. Liane worked in early childhood education for 10 years before moving to investment management for 15 years. Tired of 50+ hour work weeks and lots of stress, she quit her job and began taking a number of different classes from music to tap dance. Liane began taking floral design classes at College of San Mateo (CSM) in the Fall of 2002. She won awards for her theme design in the student competition at the 2003 American Institute of Floral Designers National Symposium in St. Louis. In 2007, she earned a Certificate in Floral Design from CSM. After rigorous testing, she became a California Certified Florist in 2010. In 2013 she became Vice President of Floral Artists of the Bay Area (FAB), a floral club. She worked at Ah Sam Florist in San Mateo from 2002 to 2007. Since then she is employed as a part-time designer at Redwood City Florist on Woodside Road. Liane has assisted with Bouquets to Arts, the Filoli Floral Show, and other community floral events. She has taught beginning floral design classes through the San Mateo College Community Education program and continues to give floral design demonstrations. Liane lives in Belmont with her wonderful husband.
DECEMBER 2020
Sunday, December 6, 2020
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WREATH WORKSHOP
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ZOOM WEBINAR
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Nonmembers: $40/wreath. |
Use your imagination to create a one-of-a-kind beautiful wreath We will provide fresh colorful greens from San Mateo Central Park, a frame, wire, and embellishments , such as ribbon, cones, and more! All you need to provide is pruning sheers and gloves.
