Fresno Gardening Green

Herbs thrive in the San Joaquin Valley because of our climate. March is a great time for spring planting.TasksCheck drip systems, sprinklers and other irrigation systems for repair needs.Flush irrigation lines and inspect sprinkler valves for proper operation.Protect transplants from cutworms by putting a…

Take a drive along the Blossom Trail. March is the time to put winter’s planning into action as spring comes to the garden.TasksContinue fruit-tree spraying and spray fungicide on apple and cherry trees.Weed by hand-pulling, hoeing, or if there is no alternative, apply herbicide on a calm day so that spray…

 Herbal teas, or more accurately herbal infusions, offer endless variety, versatility and creativity to Fresno area gardeners. Flowers, roots, leaves, and even certain fruits can be dried and infused individually or in unique combinations to create sugar free, inexpensive and often healthful beverages…

Wildflowers are blooming somewhere in Fresno County from January to fall. The show starts at our lower elevations early in the year after we get some rain and continues into the county's highest elevations through the summer and fall, until they're covered by snow.There are hikes you can take to see the show…

Make some shopping expeditions to your favorite nurseries to select water-conserving trees, shrubs and perennials.TasksInspect trees for die-back and weak limbs, which are common in drought-stressed plants, and remove them before they become a safety hazard.Leave frost-damaged growth on tender plants as…