The Coastal Gardener

Happy Holidays! As the year winds down, we would like to wish you Happy Holidays and thank you for your support and interest in the UC Master Gardeners of Humboldt and Del Norte Counties. We are excited to share that, beginning in February 2026, we will offer a series of monthly presentations on the 3rd…

 By Isabela PakbazIf you are looking for a way to increase your nutrient intake during winter, diversify the greens options in your diet or just get your gardening “fix” during the slow outdoor months, consider growing microgreens indoors! Microgreens are seedlings harvested just after their first…

By Keyt Fischer Here on the North Coast, we are blessed with moderate winter temperatures and abundant moisture in the form of fog, rain, mist, spritz, drizzle, downpours, and the occasional bomb cyclone. All that moisture and our abundant plant growth make for some terrific slug habitat. Now is the…

 By Karen BurgesserDahlias are bushy, tuberous herbaceous perennial plants and belong to the Asteraceae family. There are only 42 species but over 57,000 cultivated varieties. Dahlias, native to Mexico, are designated as the national flower. Dahlias produce a starchy root tuber and originally were grown…

 By Laurel CondroGardening is a great way to stay fit and interact with nature. We can explore our creativity and learn about the environment. Throughout our lifespan, we may experience physical limitations or need to modify our garden to share our hobby with someone with special needs. With adaptations…