Fall Gardening on the Central Coast.

Hey there, fellow gardeners! Ready to dive into what might just be the best gardening season on the California Central Coast? While the rest of the country is putting their gardens to bed, we're just getting started with those perfect 50-70°F days and that wonderful rain.

Getting Your Timing Right: The Central Coast has its own rhythm, and we'll figure out when to plant what from September through December. You'll learn how to keep harvests going strong well into spring.

Fall Vegetables: We're talking crisp lettuce, sweet carrots, gorgeous kale, and herbs that'll make your neighbors jealous. I'll share which varieties absolutely love our fall weather and how to get them thriving.

Fruit Trees and Vines: Fall is actually prime time for planting fruit trees and grapevines on the coast. We'll talk about the best varieties for our climate, proper planting techniques, and how to get them established before winter.

Cover Crops: Discover how these hardworking plants can transform your garden beds while you're not using them. We'll explore the regenerative benefits of cover crops – from fixing nitrogen and building soil structure to protecting bare soil from winter rains and erosion.

Soil Prep: After summer's heat, it's time for some garden bed TLC. We'll cover bringing tired soil back to life and getting everything ready for winter rains.

Coastal Challenges: That salty air, sudden weather changes, and crazy microclimates from valley to coast – we'll tackle it all so you can work with our unique conditions.

Whether you're new to gardening or have been at it for years, this workshop is for you. Maybe you just moved here from somewhere with "real" seasons, or maybe you've lived here forever but want to make the most of our amazing fall growing season.

A personalized planting schedule, variety recommendations that thrive here, seedlings you started during the hands-on sessions, and the confidence to create a fall garden that takes full advantage of the Central Coast's incredible growing conditions. Plus, you'll have practical experience with seeding, transplanting, and cover crop techniques you can use right away in your own garden.

Don't miss out on this opportunity to connect with fellow garden enthusiasts and expand your gardening knowledge!

• Bring snacks or a lunch
• Water bottle

Host or Publisher Farm Discovery at Live Earth