Under the Solano Sun

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Seasonal observations by UC Master Gardeners of Solano County

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Succulent Extravaganza-May 4!

May 1, 2019
By Jennifer M Baumbach
It all started out a few months ago when one of my fellow UC Master Gardeners Tina P said let's do a succulent event for the public. I said hmm ok let's do it! Now, here we are a few months later, after months of planning, when we will hold a "Succulent Extravaganza for the public.
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All Bagged Soils are Not Equal

April 29, 2019
Now that spring is here, the garden centers are adverting, potting soil, garden soil, and other bagged soils on sale. But be aware that not all packaged soils are the same.
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Earth Day

April 22, 2019
April 22 is Earth Day. I started wondering how the event got started and found my answers online at the Library of Congress.
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April Miku

April 19, 2019
Allergies Run Wild Blooms With Pollen Everywhere Beauty Abounds...
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The Surprise Garden
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The Surprise Garden

April 18, 2019
These beautiful sunny days are just calling to us to come outdoors and plant. Why not take our favorite little guys with us to play in the dirt? But, before we do, it would be worthwhile to make the gardening moments even more magical by reading The Surprise Garden to them.
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