Under the Solano Sun

golden yellow sunflower highlighted in a field of sunflowers against the blue sky

Seasonal observations by UC Master Gardeners of Solano County

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photos by Tina Saravia
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Edible Front Yard Ideas

November 1, 2018
We were in Berkeley recently to check on the status of a guitar repair job. While my husband was in the shop, I decided to go for a walk. I've always loved walking in this neighborhood of small, but lush front yards. Always on a look-out for ideas, I stumbled onto these two interesting front yards.
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photo by Jennifer Baumbach
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Halloween Miku

October 31, 2018
Harvest Moon; Halloween Kids in Costumes; Trick or Treat Ghosts and Goblins Rule the Night...
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photos by Betty Homer
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The Pollinator Corridor

October 30, 2018
Recently, I visited Portland, Oregon, where I stumbled across a Pollinator Corridor in the Lloyd District, a commercial neighborhood, located in the North and Northeast sections of the city.
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Daffodils (all photos by Launa Herrmann)
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Bulb Planting Time

October 26, 2018
Colorful spring flowerbeds depend upon gardeners who prepare and plan for the months ahead. So mark your calendar. Save space on your To-Do list. Now is the time to shop for bulbs.
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photos by Erin Mahaney
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Blue Waves Echeveria

October 19, 2018
As I've noted before in this blog, I haven't been entirely convinced about the appeal of succulents. Maybe, however, it was a matter of finding the right one! I absolutely adore the charming Blue Waves' echeveria.
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