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This large cone from a gray pine tree opened up from the heat of the Thompson Fire. Bonita Malone
The Real Dirt: Article

Fire vs. Plants: Some Plants Win!

October 25, 2024
The fundamental chemistry of combustion lies at the core of the living world. When it happens within a cell it's called respiration. When it happens outside organisms, it's called fire. (Stephen Pyne, NOVA) Plants cannot move when threatened by fire.
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People talking in front of a UC Master Gardener Table at a garden store
Coordinator News: Article

Reappointment Update

October 24, 2024
By Marisa A Coyne
We are thrilled to report that all UC Master Gardener Programs have now been billed for the Active and Limited Active volunteers on their rosters (on the billing date).
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tree collards by davidsilver is licensed under CC BY-NC-SA 2.0.
Under the Solano Sun: Article

Fast Forward to Fall

October 24, 2024
I didn't blog all summer because life has been busy with doctor appointments for various members of my familynothing serious, just maintenance. As one gets older, a lot of maintenance is needed. I also had a milestone birthday in the summer. It takes a lot of energy and time to celebrate.
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Image of a carved pumpkin which is rotting and squishy.

The Scary Truth About Halloween Pumpkins

October 24, 2024
By Jill Santos
Happy Halloween! It is the time of year for Jack O' Lanterns, trick or treating, spooky decorations and funny costumes. This season is rich in diverse traditions including those of All Saints Day, Dia de los Muertos, and of course, Halloween. But Halloween has an even scarier tale seldom told.
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Purple Iris
The Coastal Gardener : Article

What Is a Geophyte?

October 24, 2024
Is it a rock formation? A person who studies the earth? Something horticultural? What If you picked something horticultural, you are correct! Simply put, geophytes are perennial plants with underground storage systems.
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