On-Demand Class: Plan for Fall Planting Success

Duration: 1-hour lesson, 15-minute Q&A session

Experience Level: Beginner, Experienced

You'll learn:

Why fall is the single best time to plant in California — and why most online planting advice doesn't apply to our climate
How to set your plants up for deep, strong root systems before summer heat arrives
The difference between warm-season and cool-season vegetables, and exactly when to plant each one in Southern California
How to choose the right plant for the right spot so you stop losing plants and start seeing results

We'll cover:

How to walk your garden like a pro: measuring spaces, reading sun and shade, testing soil drainage, and identifying microclimates
The correct way to plant ornamentals
California natives, Mediterranean, South African and Australian species that thrive in our climate with little water
How to sow wildflower seeds, plant a native meadow, and grow cool-season vegetables from seed or transplant
Inline drip irrigation, mulching strategies, raised bed setup, and how to restore tired soil

This class is for:

Gardeners who head to the nursery with good intentions but come home with the wrong plants
Anyone tired of planting in spring and watching things struggle through summer
Home gardeners who want a solid plan before they spend another dollar at the nursery

This course is available on-demand. Watch on your own schedule!