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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photo by Brenda Altman
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The Value of Trees

June 27, 2018
Under the Solano Sun on a cloudless day in June, it's hot. While I was crossing Santa Clara Street in front of city hall I was thankful that trees covered the street and provided a wonderful cool shade.
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Orchids-A Love Affair

June 25, 2018
In my ignorance, I navigated through my life with little thought to the world outside my bubble that my daily routine had created.
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photo by Jennifer Baumbach
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June Miku

June 22, 2018
Schools out Summer is neigh Veggies planted Await harvest Drought is always lurking...
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An Ode to Mud

June 22, 2018
Going about the mundane tasks that a garden demandsweeding, trimming, pinching, and groomingmy mind often wanders. A poem I learned many years ago sometimes brings me back to the present.
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photo by Jenni Dodini
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Doris's Dogwood

June 20, 2018
You know how it's really nice to have a story to tell about something? Well, here's the story of Doris's dogwood tree.... We have known Doris's son, Tom, for nearly forever. Steve and Tom played basketball together in high school.
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