Gardening Basics: Native Plant Gardening

Gardening Basics: Native Plant Gardening takes place on September 26, 2026, at LEAF Community Garden in Fremont.

What to Expect

• Learn about choosing native plant species suited to the local climate
• Understand why native plants support pollinators and wildlife
• Discover how to care for native plants (which is often less than typical ornamentals)
• Tools, gloves, and guidance will be provided

Who Should Attend

This workshop is open to anyone interested in native plant gardening, with no prior gardening experience required.

Practical Information

• Duration: 2 hours
• What to Bring: Closed-toe shoes, comfortable clothes you don’t mind getting dirty, a reusable water bottle, and sun protection (hat, sunscreen) as needed.
• Parking: Ample parking is available inside the eastern entrance of the California Nursery Historic Park. Bike parking is also available at the garden.
• Public Transit: AC Transit Bus 216 stops directly outside the LEAF Community Garden at the Niles Blvd & Hillview Dr stop.