Free gardening class in Woodland teaches summer crop basics

Ready to start your spring and summer garden but don’t know where to start? Yolo County Health and Human Services Agency will host a free interactive class with UC Master Gardener Treva Valentine for residents of Yolo County.

This class is open to all and is part of the county’s ongoing commitment to helping residents incorporate more fresh fruits and vegetables in their diets, according to a news release by the county.

This class will help residents learn about gardening basics including soil preparation, planting strategies, and timing for summer crops.

Here’s what to know:

Good soil can make or break your garden. Yolo County Health and Human Services Agency will host a free interactive class with UC Master Gardener Treva Valentine for residents of Yolo County. Linda F. Robertson When and where is the gardening class?

The class will be conducted on Saturday, April 25, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at the Hanna and Herbert Bauer Memorial Community Garden at 137 North Cottonwood St. in Woodland. The garden is located behind and along the west side of the HHSA Bauer Building.

Students are encouraged to wear appropriate clothing for the weather and shoes that can get dirty.

How to register for the class?

Pre-registration is required by Friday, April 24 for interested residents.

People can pre-register through contacting Nick Gazda at Nick.Gazda@YoloCounty.gov or call 530-666-8429.

What can I learn at this class?

This class will cover the basics of planning, planting and maintaining a summer garden.

Students can learn which crops to plant, and which varieties are best suited for Yolo County. Additionally, students will get ideas about spacing, soil fertility and trellising needs for summer crops and how to manage and maintain your garden throughout the growing season.

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