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UC Master Gardeners of Riverside County


July 2026


Events & Information eBlast

Organic Transition Workshops
WEST/SOUTHWEST TRANSITION TO ORGANIC PARTNERSHIP PROGRAM Free Workshops July 15th, 2026 4 - 5 p.m. August 10th, 2026 4 - 5 p.m. 4500 Glenwood Drive, Riverside, CA 92501 CCOF Foundation
The image is a promotional flyer for "Organic Transition Workshops." The top section features a green banner with a silhouette of the western United States, labeled "West/Southwest Transition to Organic Partnership Program" in white text. Below, a cream background showcases three images: various colorful carrots on a dark surface, grapevines with sunlight filtering through, and a person holding harvested root vegetables in a field. The central part of the flyer has the title "Organic Transition Workshops" in green text. The lower section explains the Transition to Organic Partnership Program (TOPP) and provides information on upcoming free workshops. Contact information is provided, set on a white background with a green border. Logos for the California Certified Organic Farmers and the Riverside-Corona Resource Conservation District are at the bottom, alongside a note about the workshop's organizing coalition.
WEST/SOUTHWEST TRANSITION TO ORGANIC PARTNERSHIP PROGRAM Talleres gratuitos 15 de julio del 2026, de la 4 a las 5 p. m. 10 de agosto del 2026, de la 4 a las 5 p. m. 4500 Glenwood Drive, Riverside, CA 92501
WEST/SOUTHWEST TRANSITION TO ORGANIC PARTNERSHIP PROGRAM Talleres de Transición Orgánica ¿Qué es el Programa de Transición a la Agricultura Orgánica? La transición al Programa de Asociación Orgánica (TOPP) proporciona una financiación fundamental para desarrollar el suministro nacional de alimentos y productos orgánicos, ayudando a los agricultores estadounidenses a realizar con éxito la transición a una agricultura orgánica saludable mediante asistencia técnica y iniciativas comunitarias. Para obtener más información, comuníquese con Adriana Murguia, asesora de conservación agrícola, al Adriana.murguia@rcrcd.org y (951) 683-7691 ext. 212 Talleres gratuitos: 15 de julio del 2026, de la 4 a las 5 p. m. 10 de agosto del 2026, de la 4 a las 5 p. m. 4500 Glenwood Drive, Riverside, CA 92501 La región TOPP Oeste/Suroeste es una coalición liderada por California Certified Organic Farmers (CCOF).

Date: Wednesday, July 15

Location: 4500 Glenwood Drive, Riverside, CA. 92501

Time: 4:00pm - 5:00pm
RCRCD - English
RCRCD - Spanish

Garden Pests/Urban Coyotes
The image is a promotional flyer for a free workshop titled "Garden Pests/Urban Coyotes," scheduled for Saturday, July 18, 2026, at 10 a.m. It features a light-colored background with green and blue accents at the top. The workshop title is prominently displayed in bold, blue font at the top center. Below the title, there is a brief outline of the workshop's focus. To the left, there is an inset photograph of a damaged fruit, likely from a tree, with a hazy background that suggests it is part of a garden environment. The fruit is soft and has brown spots, indicating pest damage. On the right side, another inset photo depicts a coyote standing in a grassy area, its fur is mostly grey with hints of brown, and it has a curious stance. Beneath the photos, the flyer provides additional details about the speaker, Laura Simpson, her qualifications, and the assistant Mason Babcock. At the bottom, there are contact details for the Sycamore Creek Interpretive Center with an address and a small map indicating its location. The overall composition is informative, visually engaging, and clearly organized.

Date: Saturday, July 18

Location: 11875 Indian Truck Trail, Temescal Valley CA. 92883

Time: 10:00am
RCRCD - Garden Pests/Urban Coyotes

Monarch Butterfly Surveys
The image is a promotional flyer for "Butterfly Surveys" at the Greenbelt Monarch Habitat. At the top, there is a vibrant depiction of a butterfly, specifically a Monarch butterfly, perched on a cluster of delicate white flowers. Below this visual, the title "Butterfly Surveys" is prominently displayed in bold letters, followed by the location and time of the event. The background features a soft gradient of green at the top, giving a natural feel to the flyer. Key details about the event, including dates, suggested items to bring, and registration information, are presented in a structured format with bullet points. A QR code is included for more information along with a simplified map that shows the location of the habitat. An additional image of a Monarch butterfly on native milkweed appears at the bottom right corner, along with a botanical label. The flyer employs a cheerful and inviting design to encourage public participation in the surveys.

It's time to put on our community scientist hats and rejoin our fellow concerned citizens to help conserve our endangered monarchs. Come join us at the RCRCD Greenbelt Monarch Habitat and become a community scientist gathering data on eggs, caterpillars and butterflies!


The habitat was established via a grant from the Wildlife Conservation Board of California. That grant concluded in 2023 and the RCRCD now funds the maintenance and community science program. The data collected goes on iNat, Western Milkweed Monarch Mapper and the Monarch Larval Monitoring Program.


To qualify to volunteer at this project you must watch a very short training video (to correctly identify instar stages in particular) and sign a waver. To obtain the video and waver you need to contact Michele Felix-Derbarmdiker.


Thank you for your support of this fun and important project!


Date: July 11 & 25

Location: RCRCD Greenbelt Monarch Habitat

Time: 8:00am
RCRCD - Monarch Survey

Little LandUse Learners
The image is a colorful flyer promoting a children’s nature program called "Little LandUse Learners." The top half of the flyer features a bright blue background with stylized hills and skyline. Below, there are two children sitting on the ground, intently observing a large graphic laid out on the pavement that depicts various plants and animals. The flyer provides essential information, including details about the program's purpose, dates, and activities. The text is primarily white and yellow, contrasting against the blue background for easy readability. Key details include: The title "Free children's activities" at the top. The program description explaining that it involves nature-related activities for children. Three specific dates with topics: Native Plants Matter, I <3 Dirt, and Our Four Seasons. A QR code in the bottom section linking to the program's webpage. Contact information for further inquiries.

Date: Saturday, July 25

Location: 4500 Glenwood Dr., Riverside, CA. 92501

Time: 10:00am
RCRCD - Little LandUse Learners

Butterfly Garden
The image is a promotional flyer for the UC Riverside Botanic Gardens Butterfly Garden event. It features two images of butterflies. On the left, a bright orange butterfly with black spots sits on a red flower with a blurred background of red and green foliage. On the right, a predominantly yellow butterfly with black markings perches on vibrant yellow and red flowers, set against a clear blue sky. In the center top, there is an emblem for UC Riverside Botanic Gardens, featuring a stylized plant with the text “Est. 1961.” Below, on a blue background, white text announces details about the Butterfly Garden event, including docent availability. The UC Riverside Botanic Gardens logo and website are displayed at the bottom.
UCR Botanic Gardens - Butterfly Garden

Storytime in the Gardens
The image is an illustrated announcement for a "Storytime in the Gardens" event. The background features a watercolor-style garden scene with clouds, trees, and bushes. A young child lies on their stomach, reading a blue book, while surrounded by various plants, including a tall tree with orange fruit, green bushes, and leafy plants with pink flowers. The sky is a light blue with fluffy white clouds, creating a serene atmosphere. A small brown bird and a butterfly are also depicted. The text is centralized on the image, with a logo at the top for "UC Riverside Botanic Gardens EST. 1961." Various details about the event are included, such as dates, times, and age recommendations.
UCR Botanic Gardens

Origami with Michelle
The image is a promotional graphic for an event at the UC Riverside Botanic Gardens. The background features a pattern of colorful origami butterflies in shades of blue, orange, and teal against a soft blue backdrop. At the top center, there is a logo for the UC Riverside Botanic Gardens, displaying a green botanical illustration with text. Below the logo, the central white text area has black text detailing the event information. It invites people to learn origami with Michelle at the Gardens on the first Sunday of each month from January to October, between 11 am and 1 pm. The text also highlights that children aged 4 and above, as well as adults, are welcome. The website address for more information appears at the bottom. At the bottom of the image, the UC Riverside Botanic Gardens logo is repeated.
UCR Botanic Gardens

JOIN US AT JULY

CERTIFIED FARMERS MARKETS

FARMERS MARKETS FEATURING


UC MASTER GARDENERS


These fun events combine shopping for fresh fruits and vegetables, gourmet foods, flowers, crafts, and many other interesting items with an "Ask the Master Gardener" information table. Master Gardeners are present to answer your gardening questions, hand out a wide range of materials on gardening topics, and present "how to do it" gardening demonstrations. This is where you can find us at farmers markets in July:


PALM SPRINGS--Saturdays, July 11 & 25, from 8:00 am-12:30 pm at 2300 E. Baristo Road


DOWNTOWN RIVERSIDE--Saturday, July 11, from 8:00 am-2:00 pm at Main Street, between 5th and 6th


TEMECULA--Promenade Mall--Wednesdays, July 8 & 22, from 9:00am - 1:00pm, 40820 Winchester Road (Upper Level of Mall, in front of Dick's Sporting Goods)


MURRIETA--Sunday, July 19, from 9:00am - 1:00pm, Village Walk Plaza, 24480 Village Walk Place


HEMET--Saturday, July 11, from 8:00am - 5:00pm, Bautista Creek Ranches, 42525 Stetson Ave Hemet, CA, 92544

OTHER PUBLIC VENUES FEATURING

UC MASTER GARDENERS AT

INFORMATION TABLES

AKA "Ask the Master Gardener"

These are locations where UC Master Gardeners have been invited to hand out research-based information to the public and answer questions As you are out doing errands and having some relaxation, stop and get some gardening help as you enjoy these events!
A couple walks through vibrant lavender fields with mountains in the background.

Master Gardener Information Table at The Lavender Festival, July 5, 11, 12, 18, & 19
Lavender Festival

Save the Date!
The image promotes a free workshop titled "Big Farma Workshop: What Can I Grow for That?". The background features a serene landscape of rolling hills and green fields, with a few houses visible near the horizon, suggesting an agricultural setting. In the foreground, a woman stands holding a tray of young plants, smiling and dressed in casual attire with a baseball cap. The main text is displayed prominently in white on a vibrant green background, listing details about the workshop, including the date and time—Saturday, August 1, 2026, at 10 a.m. Additional informational sections provide insight into the workshop's content and highlight the experience of the workshop leader, Tina Marie Davis. The bottom of the image contains contact information and QR codes along with additional resources, framed by a blue box with a logo for the LandUse Learning Center.
The image is a colorful flyer advertising a free gardening workshop focused on utilizing poultry. The top half features a bright blue background with a simple landscape illustration of mountains and hills in varying shades of green. Prominently displayed in bold white font, the title "Free Workshop" is at the top, followed by the workshop title, "Fertilizer happens: Gardening with Poultry," in bright yellow. The date and time are listed just below in white and yellow fonts. The lower half of the flyer includes a photograph of two chickens in a garden setting, contributing to its educational theme on backyard gardening. The text briefly explains the benefits of incorporating chickens and other poultry into gardening practices, highlighting their roles in pest control, fertilization, and as pets. The instructor’s credentials are provided, alongside details on the “Ask a Master Gardener” program. The flyer also contains various logos and a QR code at the bottom, as well as contact and location information for the Land Use Learning Center, presented in a clear and organized manner.

Garden Tips for July

What to Plant in July

  • Flowers - Direct seed annuals, such as alyssum, celoisa, sunflower, zinnias, and marigolds
  • Vegetables - At higher, cooler elevations, direct seed summer squash, bush beans, summer savory, and kohlrabi
  • If fruit isn't setting on your melons and squash, use a soft brush to hand-pollinate the flowers and increase production. Use the brush to gather pollen from male flowers, then brush it onto the female flower. (Female flowers have a tiny embryo fruit at the base of their petals)


Maintenance

  • Watering and pest control are top of the "To Do" list
  • Waster after midnight and before 10am to reduce the chance of fungal infection and to conserve moisture
  • Dig and divide over-crowed irises and bulbs when the foliage dies off
  • Fertilize plants grown in containers (watering flushes out nutrients)
  • Pull weeds when they first appear


Spray

  • All fruit and nut trees: Check IPM for safe and effective sprays
  • Spray off aphids with water or use insecticidal soap.
  • Note: All the effective insecticidal sprays kill bees and other beneficial insects. Do not spray while trees are in bloom.
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