- Author: Loren Nelson
There's something magical about watching butterflies, hummingbirds, bees and other pollinators flit about in your own backyard. University of California Master Gardeners will discuss types of plants and gardening practices that will turn your garden into an inviting haven for these beneficial creatures.
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/h2>- Author: Loren Nelson
Strawberries love to grow in pots. Pots provide good drainage, air circulation, and better protection from pests. And it's so fun, especially for kids, to easily pick and eat this favorite fruit!
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/h2>- Author: Erin Mahaney
Whenever I read about a plant that is described as a prolific self-seeder or self-sower, red flags go up. Is this code for an aggressive, invasive species that I'll regret growing in my yard? It is easy to check before making a purchase by conducting a quick search of California Invasive Plant Council's (Cal-IPC) plant database or PlantRight's priority invasive list.
Cal-IPC's mission is to protect California's environment and economy from invasive plants. (https://www.cal-ipc.org.) Cal-IPC maintains the California Invasive Plant Inventory, “a comprehensive list of invasive plants based on ecological impacts, as well as ‘Watch' plants that may become invasive in the...
- Author: Loren Nelson
For the Fascination of Orchids 43rd Festival of Orchids and Exotic Plants at the Santa Ana Zoo The UC Master Gardeners of Orange County Information Booth will be open at the Zoo all weekend while you enjoy one of the largest and most highly evolved flowering plant families in the world.
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/h2>- Author: Christian Jordan
The Forestry Institute for Teachers (FIT) will be hosting two "FIT-Focus" sessions this Fall, including one in Plumas County. Please see the below message and attached flier for additional details: