Free Gardening Resources!

Spring is just around the corner and it’s time to put those green thumbs to good use!

New to gardening and don’t know where to start? Lucky for you, there is a plethora of free and useful information for horticulture and gardening novices at most universities. Additionally, master gardeners often teach clases in their communities. Reach out in your community and you are bound to find some knowledgeable plant loving folk!

Remember, “God made dirt and dirt don’t hurt.”

Sincerely,

Laura

My favorite online gardening resources

Find your Zone by entering your zip code at the USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map here. Use to determine which plants grow best in your area

UC Berkeley Urban Bee Lab  for bee safe gardening techniques and natural pest control
California Bees  and Blooms: A Guide for Gardeners and Naturalists
Companion Planting Guide by the Old Farmer’s Almanac
Planting Guide for your zone by gardenate lets you know the best time to start specific seeds
Natural Pest Control guide to natural pest control via beneficial insects, by the Xerces Society
National Center for Home Food Preservation Complete Guide to Home Canning USDA publications on home food preservation safety
Gardening Terms (Glossary) by Planet Natural Research Center
American Horticultural Society