Copyright 1994 to 2003 by the Regents of the University of California, all rights reserved. en-us http://botanicalgarden.berkeley.edu/ Mon, 22 Sep 2003 22:13:00 PST UC Botanical Garden mrmr@uclink.berkeley.edu Fri, 05 Jan 2007 23:55:02 PST http://botanicalgarden.berkeley.edu Bed Preparation and Transplanting with demonstration Harvesting techniques for maximum production Summer Care http://botanicalgarden.berkeley.edu Treat yourself to an afternoon of art in the Garden. Develop simple pen and ink skills to capture the flora and fauna of your travels and hikes. East Bay artist Karen LeGault, will share her unique East-West fusion style of painting and offer a lesson in "drawing on the run". With a little guidance, you may be surprised at what you are able to draw! http://botanicalgarden.berkeley.edu Seed Propagation with demonstration Year-round Sustainable Garden Planning Companion Planting Building Flats Soil Testing http://botanicalgarden.berkeley.edu Join Tea Expert and director of tance Winnie Yu to learn about the horticultural and cultural history of Tea. First discovered some 4700 years ago, Tea is the second most consumed beverage in the world, next to water. Little however is known about tea in the U.S., as most of the best teas never make its way here. A slideshow presentation will be followed by a tasting of several rare and delicious teas. http://botanicalgarden.berkeley.edu Lean about the history symbolism and cultural significance of the rose just in time for Valentine's Day. Garden of Old Roses horticulturist Peter Klement will share his experience with roses. A light rose reception with rose tea and other rose-infused snacks will follow the presentation. http://botanicalgarden.berkeley.edu Introduction to Biointensive principles and history Compost with a demonstration Garden Layout and Design Tools Resources http://botanicalgarden.berkeley.edu Make bracelets glittering with Garden flare! Learn about leaves and how to make them into useful crafts. Join Garden Staff to make fun and educational crafts that help ease the rainy day blues. Children will create origami pots used to begin seeding summer vegetables that they can plant in their home gardens. http://botanicalgarden.berkeley.edu/program/index.shtml#cactisucculent Learn about cactus and succulent gardening in the Bay Area--from large outdoor plantings to indoor window sill gardens. Join Arid House horticulturist Bryan Gim, expert on cacti and succulents, to discuss soil recipes, plant choices for outdoor landscaping and indoor collections, pest control, watering, and spine removal. A slideshow presentation will be followed by an exclusive tour of the Arid House.