Hands on Fruit Tree Pruning for Home Orchard Success
Mar
7

Hands on Fruit Tree Pruning for Home Orchard Success

Learn the why, when, and how of pruning fruit trees to improve tree health, structure, and fruit production in this hands-on workshop, Advanced Master Gardener, Maria Held, will teach and demonstrate proper pruning techniques. Participants will then practice making confident, purposeful cuts on fruit trees with guidance from Master Gardeners, gain skills and confidence to care for your home orchard.

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Small Space Gardening
Mar
21

Small Space Gardening

Big Harvest, Small Spaces
Learn how to grow more food and flowers in any tiny garden, balcony, or patio. Smart planning, vertical gardening, and space saving tricks make every inch count. Hands on & take home your own planted seed tray to get your garden growin'

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Canyon Springs Garden Outreach Annual Meet & Greet
Apr
4

Canyon Springs Garden Outreach Annual Meet & Greet

Join Advanced Master Gardener Suzanne Ubry, along with fellow Master Gardeners and garden volunteers, in growing fresh produce and flowers while strengthening community connections. Volunteers work side by side in welcoming, hands-on garden spaces—learning together, sharing knowledge, and cultivating friendships along the way.

No experience needed. Just a willingness to learn, grow, and give back to the community.

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Growing a Cut Flower Garden
Apr
18

Growing a Cut Flower Garden

Join our class to learn how to plant, care for, and harvest a beautiful cut flower garden. Perfect for fresh flowers all season long! Includes hands-on flower seed starting.

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Grow More for Less! Seed Starting & Perennial Propagation
Feb
21

Grow More for Less! Seed Starting & Perennial Propagation

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Starting your own plants from seeds and cuttings is both rewarding and economical. In this hands-on class, learn how to start plants indoors using a variety of propagation methods, including seed starting and stem cuttings. Participants will leave with plants they’ve started themselves and the confidence to grow more at home.

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Planning Your Garden & Start Winter Sowing Hands On
Jan
17

Planning Your Garden & Start Winter Sowing Hands On

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  • Google Calendar ICS

Learn the garden basics you need to grow a healthy, productive garden—and get a head start on the season with winter sowing. This beginner-friendly class covers soil, sunlight, watering, and plant selection, plus a simple, low-cost method for starting seeds outdoors in winter to grow strong, resilient plants for spring.

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Garden Open Day
Oct
18

Garden Open Day

Explore the garden,visit the market stand, make a market bouquet and have some fun visiting with the Gardening Gals and enjoying a warm cup of apple cider. It’s Fall in the garden; the dahlias and flowers are exploding with color and the garden is overflowing with abundance.

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Junior Master Gardener    Literature in the Garden
Sep
5

Junior Master Gardener Literature in the Garden

Classes aim to engage youth reading garden and ecology themed stories to inspire learning through gardening activities, creative expression & exploration. The program is four weeks on Friday - September 5, 12, 19, & 28 from 10- 12pm. To register and pay $5 (per attendee) for program, contact UI Extension Canyon County 208-459-6003.

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Junior Master Gardener                      Learn, Grow, Eat & Go
Jun
25

Junior Master Gardener Learn, Grow, Eat & Go

Experiencing gardening, nutritious recipes, and physical activities through hands-on experiences. The program is five weeks on Wednesdays - June 25th, July 2, 9, 16, 23 from 9:30 - 12 pm. To register and pay $5 (per attendee) for class, call UI Extension Canyon County at 208-459-6003.

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Junior Master Gardener      Wildlife Gardener
May
16

Junior Master Gardener Wildlife Gardener

Classes will teach youth about wildlife and habitat with other fun outdoor activities and exploration. Program is for four weeks on Fridays May 16, 30, June 6, 13 - 10 - 12pm. To register for class call UI Extension Canyon County at 208-459-6003.

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Annual Plant Sale Fundraiser
May
11

Annual Plant Sale Fundraiser

Keep this garden growing! We are 100% volunteer and all proceeds will support growing fresh produce for local food banks & other non profits addressing food insecurity in our community. There will be veggies, herbs, flowers & more.

Connect * Grow * Community

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Annual Plant Sale Fundraiser
May
10

Annual Plant Sale Fundraiser

Keep this garden growing! We are 100% volunteer and all proceeds will support growing fresh produce for local food banks & other non profits addressing food insecurity in our community. There will be veggies, herbs, flowers & more.

Connect * Grow * Community

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Growing a Cut Flower Garden
Apr
26

Growing a Cut Flower Garden

Learn how to grow your own cut flower garden to create beautiful bouquets for your home, family, and friends. Includes hands on flower seed starting. To register for class call UI Extension Canyon County at 208-459-6003.

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Propagating Perennials
Mar
22

Propagating Perennials

From seeds to hands-on stem and root cuttings and more, learn how to propagate perennials and grow your garden. Includes hands on stem cutting to take home. To register for class call UI Extension Canyon County at 208-459-6003.

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Canyon Springs Garden Outreach Community Garden Informational Meeting & Tour
Feb
8

Canyon Springs Garden Outreach Community Garden Informational Meeting & Tour

Interested in joining the Canyon Springs Garden Outreach Community Garden Volunteers and learning hands on about no till organic gardening from propagating plants through harvesting and sharing in the harvest? Come to our annual informational meeting and meet our volunteers, to find out what's happening in the 2025 growing season and tour our garden operation. Everyone is welcome:).

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Become A Volunteer

Joining a community garden is a wonderful way to connect with others while growing healthy and nutritious veggies and flowers together and sharing in the abundance of the harvest. In the garden, we can cultivate not only plants but also hope, joy, and a sense of belonging, making a real difference in the lives of those around us.