Gardens

Growing garden herbs is topic on June 6 at Menlo Park Library

On Saturday, June 6, 2026, from 10:30 to 12:30 pm, come to the patio at the Menlo Park Library (800 Alma St.) for a special

by Contributed Content
on June 2, 2026

“Citrus tree care” is garden topic on June 3

On Wednesday, June 3, 2026 from 6:30 to 7:30 pm, master gardeners Lisa Putnam and Kathleen Putnam — “The Putnam Sisters” — will talk about

by Contributed Content
on May 31, 2026

Beware of poisonous mushrooms in Menlo Park and surrounding areas

In early May while tending the garden of my home in Menlo Park, I came across two nondescript mushrooms emerging from the mulch. “Toadstools,” I

by Elliot Krane
on May 24, 2026

Spotted: Burst of pink flowers brightens a May day

Atherton resident Laura Daschbach Pitchford spotted these pretty pink roses on a morning walk.

by Linda Hubbard
on May 20, 2026

Woodside-Atherton Garden Club Plant Sale set for May 9

The Woodside-Atherton Garden Club (WAGC) will hold its popular plant sale on Saturday, May 9, 2026, from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm at the Woodside

by Contributed Content
on May 4, 2026

“Flowers for Your Garden” is topic on May 6

On Wednesday, May 6, 2026  from 6:30 to 7:30 pm, join the Menlo Park Library online for some advice on beautiful blooms. Get  tips on

by Contributed Content
on May 4, 2026

Increased Western Tussock Moth caterpillar activity in Menlo Park

Menlo Park is experiencing an increase in Western Tussock Moth caterpillars affecting coast live oaks. These native insects typically appear during the spring and summer

by Contributed Content
on April 20, 2026

Spotted: Flowering berries at Webb Ranch

Emails Atlee Frechette of Webb Ranch: "After timely rains and record high March temperatures, our berry field is bursting with flowers. Should we continue to

by Linda Hubbard
on April 19, 2026

Water-wise Edible Gardens Landscape Workshop takes place on April 18

On Saturday, April 18, 2026 from 1:00 to 2:00 pm, come to th Arrillaga Recreation Center, Cypress Room, 700 Alma St., to learn to design

by Contributed Content
on April 15, 2026

Woodside Heritage Tree Award applications due on April 5

A Heritage Tree is large, has unique value, and is considered irreplaceable. The Town of Woodside appreciates the beauty of the town's natural setting and

by Contributed Content
on April 2, 2026