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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Moon Meadow

June 18, 2025
Blog by Michelle DavisMoonscape, moon flower, moon gate, moon garden. All of these I have seen, but moon meadow?  New to me! A moon meadow is a green space filled with plants that receive moonlight exposure and attract night-time pollinators like moths, bats and nocturnal bees. (Did you know there are…
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Gardening for Mental Health

June 17, 2025
Blog by Melinda NestlerodeWe are living in challenging times. Our nation is polarized politically, civil discourse appears to be a quaint memory, the Middle East is embroiled in multiple catastrophic battles, Russia’s invasion of Ukraine is ongoing, anonymous people on the Internet spew unverified vitriol,…
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Irrestible Iris

June 16, 2025
Blog article by Cindy YeeLast fall I noticed a well-known iris grower’s online ad, and was captivated by the catalog’s gorgeous flowers.  Bearded iris grows from rhizomes, which are tuberous roots that look like bulbs.  They can be pricey depending on several factors, including whether or not it's…
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A Tribute to Roger Cook, An Inspiration to Gardening

June 11, 2025
Blog article by Paula PashbyIt is a great feeling to have veggie seedlings tucked into their new home in my garden. I double-check my sketched-out planting plans and take one last walkthrough to make sure all the plants are set for the growing season - everything looks good! I love anticipating another…
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