Gardens

Free compost giveaway in Menlo Park on September 10-11

Does your soil need more nutrients to create a lavish garden? You’re in luck! Menlo Park residents can pick up free compost at the Burgess

by Contributed Content
on September 6, 2022

Garden Talk: Seed Harvesting and Saving is topic on September 7

It's not so hard to save your own seeds for next season. Learn how to save your own heirloom seeds and become part of this

by Contributed Content
on September 5, 2022

Filoli opens never-before-seen historic garden to the public on August 5

Filoli has announced the opening of the Vegetable Garden, a historic component of the Estates's 16-acre Garden never before seen to the public. Since Filoli

by Contributed Content
on August 3, 2022

Growing native plants is garden talk topic on August 3

Native plants benefit  local birds and pollinators. Menlo Park Library  experts will tell you about some great varieties for your garden, and how to plant

by Contributed Content
on August 2, 2022

Help your trees avoid long-term drought damage this summer

You can help preserve Menlo Park’s Tree City USA heritage this summer by making sure your trees avoid long-term drought damage by following some simple

by Contributed Content
on July 8, 2022

Gardening with kids is topic on July 6

Bring the kids outside to explore and enjoy the garden: it’s a growing experience! Menlo Park Library  gardening experts will talk about planting choices, garden

by Contributed Content
on July 2, 2022

Succulent pot painting at the Menlo Park Library on June 9

On Thursday, June 9 from 2:00 to 4:00 pm, the Teen Area of the Menlo Park Library will be set up for you to decorate

by Contributed Content
on June 7, 2022

Garden Talk: Summer Flavors in Your Garden is topic on June 1

This month, the Menlo Park Library will share advice on growing herbs and edibles from your garden. Learn about great flavor combinations from your own

by Contributed Content
on May 26, 2022

IN A LANDSCAPE: Filoli Historic House & Garden set for May 25

Founded in 2016 by classical pianist Hunter Noack, IN A LANDSCAPE: Classical Music in the Wild(TM) is an outdoor concert series where America's most stunning

by Contributed Content
on May 24, 2022

Spotted: Interesting cactus flower

We spotted this interesting cactus flower on our morning walk around the Oak Knoll School neighborhood. It caught our attention due to its distinctive look.

by Linda Hubbard
on May 19, 2022