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Sweat bees and a honey bee together on a sunflower
The Bee Gardener: Article

Happy World Bee Day May 20, 2020

May 19, 2020
This year will be a World Bee Day like no other. Created by the United Nations to raise awareness about pollinators, this event is celebrated on the birthday of Anton Jana, a pioneer of modern beekeeping.
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Rose 'Secret' (photos by David Bellamy)
Under the Solano Sun: Article

Through the Garden Gate: A World of Roses

May 19, 2020
Roses are back, in the home garden! For the next month, you will see roses most anywhere you look outside, and most of them add to the general floral background fragrance that can permeate our home gardens. Roses show up in our art and literature at least as far back as ancient Crete.
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Infographic on disinfectants from National Pesticide Information Center.
Community Pest News: Article

Using Disinfectants Correctly

May 19, 2020
By Karey Windbiel-Rojas
Many people have increased their use of disinfectants and sanitizers due to the COVID-19 crisis. It is important to use these products correctly to ensure they are effective and to protect one's health.
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The Western Tiger Swallowtail, Papilio rutulus, foraging in the Ruth Storer Garden in the UC Davis Arboretum and Public Garden. (Photo by Kathy Keatley Garvey)
Bug Squad: Article

A Tiger in Your Garden

May 18, 2020
By Kathy Keatley Garvey
The "Tiger King" has nothing on the Western Tiger Swallowtail. The colorful yellow and black butterfly, Papilio rutulus, reigns supreme. We saw this one last week at the Ruth Storer Garden in the UC Davis Arboretum and Public Garden.
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