Napa Master Gardener Column

By Donna Woodward, UC Master Gardener of Napa County If you haven't eaten Romano green beans fresh from the garden, you can't imagine how delicious they are. The difference between homegrown beans and the frozen or commercially farmed beans from the supermarket is astonishing.

By Penny Pawl, UC Master Gardener of Napa County Occasionally you may see things sprouting around your garden that you know you did not plant.

By Donna Woodward, UC Master Gardener of Napa County Few vegetables can boast the versatility of the beet, which is effectively two vegetables in one. We eat both the familiar red orb and the leafy green tops. The greens are similar to spinach and chard in flavor.

By Donna Woodward, UC Master Gardener of Napa County One rainy winter day I looked out my window and saw a luscious white pansy in full bloom. I rushed right out and bought more pansies. Anything that will bloom in the winter months is especially welcome.

by Penny Pawl, UC Master Gardener of Napa County I often visit a Facebook page for people who share an interest in building and using greenhouses. I read about how they are building them and what plants they may be growing in their greenhouse, depending on where they live.