by Penny Pawl, U.C. Master Gardener of Napa County Oh no, I've done it again. I have fallen in love with a plant and its beautiful flowers. I planted it; it grew well and then I discovered that it is on the invasive plant list.
By Susanne von Rosenberg, UC Master Gardener of Napa County Weeds can serve some useful purposes, but unless you're an unusual gardener, you probably still prefer to decide what gets to grow in your garden and what doesn't.
By Susanne von Rosenberg, UC Master Gardener of Napa County It's May and everything is growing beautifully, including weeds. Even if your garden is exceptionally well-weeded, new invaders will creep in and demand attention.
by Penny Pawl, U.C. Master Gardener of Napa County I recently discovered bunchberry (Cornus canadensis) and could not resist.I admit I am a plant collector but that is another story. The bunchberry is a ground-hugging member of the dogwood family.
By Julie Pramuk, UC Master Gardener of Napa County When subtle signs of spring appear in mid to late February, I'm reminded that it's time to start thinking about planting sweet peas.