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The Coastal Gardener : Article

Seasonal IPM Summer Guide for the North Coast

July 1, 2024
Here's a list of things to keep an eye on this summer to avoid and manage pests of landscape trees, shrubs, and vines by incorporating these IPM strategies. Visit the Seasonal Landscape IPM Checklist for more information or to subscribe to their monthly emails.
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Weeds in a pasture.
The Coastal Gardener : Article

Ask a Master Gardener - Weed Control and Herbicide Use

July 1, 2024
Weed Control and Herbicide Use Q: I have lots of weeds in my orchard. I've tried hand pulling and a high concentration of vinegar without much success to get rid of the stinging nettle, horsetail, hemlock, and wild radishes.
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Images with fire. Photos from UC ANR.
The Coastal Gardener : Article

Firewise Landscaping

July 1, 2024
If your garden is on the coast, you might easily choose to bypass this article. Please read the closing paragraph on Coastal wildfire concerns before moving on to another topic, you may find it useful.
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A hand turning the adjuster on an operating flood bubbler
The Backyard Gardener: Article

Let's Talk About Flood Bubblers

July 1, 2024
By Dustin W Blakey
I know you've seen them. Little caps on the end of vertical irrigation pipe that can be adjusted to control flow with a twist (or screwdriver). They are called flood bubblers and are used widely in the Eastern Sierra to deliver water to woody plants outside of a lawn sprinkler system.
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ANR Contracts & Grants Updates: Article

CDFA - Proactive IPM Solutions Program

July 1, 2024
By Kendra T Rose
Dear Colleagues, California Department of Food and Agriculture's (CDFA) Office of Pesticide Consultation and Analysis (OPCA) is now accepting applications for the Proactive IPM Solutions Program.
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UC Master Gardener Program Statewide Blog: Article

July Garden Tips - Summer Fun and Keeping Cool

July 1, 2024
By Barbra Braaten
As the summer sun shines brightly, July is a critical period for gardeners to nurture their plants, ensuring they thrive during the hottest part of the year. This month is a time of significant growth and harvest, where your diligent care can lead to a successful and bountiful garden.
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HOrT COCO-UC Master Gardener Program of Contra Costa: Article

Blossom End Rot

July 1, 2024
By Help Desk Team
This post is a rerun from 2023. Have you noticed tomatoes that have round, water-soaked spots on the bottom? Blossom end rot (BER) is a frustrating problem that can be quite common in vegetable gardens, as it can affect tomatoes, peppers, and squash. You might notice it after a few very hot days.
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Deep water citrus and other trees at least a day before a forecast heat spike. (Photo: Jeannette Warnert)
Fresno Gardening Green: Article

When there are summer heat spikes, trees need more water

July 1, 2024
Here in the Central Valley, summer heat spikes are becoming more frequent and lasting longer with extremely high daytime and nighttime temperatures. Regular deep, slow irrigation of mature landscape and crop-producing trees is key to keeping them in good health during heat spikes.
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Thyme to Garden: Spring/Summer Issue

June 30, 2024
Contents: Home Composting With Worms Simply Beautiful Lavender Gardening for Awe and Wonder by Pamela White Have you ever seen those full black garbage cans tipped into trucks in your neighborhood? They haul our food waste to the landfill along with other discards we have tossed aside.
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