HOrT COCO-UC Master Gardener Program of Contra Costa

Herbs: Some Thoughts About Thyme and Mint

July 22, 2019
Advice for the Home Gardener from the Help Desk of the UC Master Gardener Program of Contra Costa County Gardener's Request: Can I plant mint and thyme together? Thank you for your response. Help Desk Response: Thank you for contacting the UC Master Gardener Program Help Desk.
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"Diminishing" Live Oak Tree

Problems with Oaks

July 15, 2019
Advice for the Home Gardener from the Help Desk of the UC Master Gardener Program of Contra Costa County HD Client's Request: I have a very large live oak in my front yard. In recent years I have noticed a decline, wonder if you can help. Please see pictures below.
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Grapes in Distress

July 1, 2019
Advice for the Home Gardener from the Help Desk of the UC Master Gardener Program of Contra Costa County Help Desk Request: I'm delighted you're available to help diagnose garden problems! Below are four pictures of a grape leaf problem.
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Wisteria Mosaic vine virus

Wisteria Vein Mosaic Virus

June 23, 2019
Wisteria Vein Mosaic Virus Advice from the Help Desk of the UC Master Gardener Program of Contra Costa County Client's Question: This spring I planted 4 wisteria vines around our pergola and they've grown well but now two plants have bumpy leaves and one has brown curl at the end of a few leaves.
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