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 Deb Gordon
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Dixie Cups are not just for Drinking

April 2, 2018
This year I am using 5oz cups for vegetables and flower seedlings. I used them last year for some succulents that I wanted to share for fundraising and they turned out great since it made transport so much easier.
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A Theft in the Garden and Other Tales

March 26, 2018
I know that there are houses broken into quite regularly in the Fairfield/Suisun City area, but a theft from the garden? That's exactly what happened at my house 2 weeks ago a theft! Now I realize that the missing object is not worth a lot nor the normal sort of prize to take.
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Saving Water in Vallejo is...

March 21, 2018
I recently moved to Vallejo from San Francisco. I had installed a rainwater recovery system back in San Francisco which captured over 1,000 gallons of water for use in my garden. I wanted to duplicate and improve on a new water storage system here.
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Moons and Blooms

March 20, 2018
I really enjoy the moon when it is full. This year, we have several unique things happening with the moon. In January, we had the full moon eclipse. I made sure to set the clock and get up early to see the eclipse.
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photos by Karen Metz
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A Fungus Among Us

March 19, 2018
A few years ago I received a garden angel that was made out of an old bowling pin. It was hand-painted and had a country feel to it. I set it out on the edge of my patio, nestled among the pots, and would bring it in over the winter.
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