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UC Oaks: Article

Effects of Tree Shelters and Weed Control on Blue Oak Growth and Survival

September 6, 2025
By Michael Jones
by Doug McCreary and Jerry TecklinOaks ‘n Folks – Volume 7, Issue 4 – May, 1992Blue oak (Quercus douglasii) is one of several species of native California oaks that is reported to be regenerating poorly in some locations. Recent studies have indicated that two of the most important factors limiting both…
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UC Oaks: Article

Artificially Regenerating Native Oaks in California

September 6, 2025
By Michael Jones
by Doug McCrearyOaks ‘n Folks – Volume 6, Issue 3 – December 1991IntroductionIn California today there is evidence that several species of native oaks, including blue oak (Quercus douglasii) and valley oak (Quercus lobata), are not regenerating well in certain areas of the state. In…
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UC Oaks: Article

Growing Bareroot Blue Oak Seedlings

September 6, 2025
By Michael Jones
by Bill Krell and Doug McCrearyOaks ‘n Folks – Volume 5, Issue 2 – November 1990IntroductionAs interest and concern about native California oaks increase throughout the state, there is greater and greater demand for oak seedlings for restoration plantings and other artificial regeneration programs. To date,…
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UC Oaks: Article

Oak Seedling Regeneration on California Rangelands

September 6, 2025
By Michael Jones
by Neil K. McDougald, P.B. Sands, T.E. Adams, W.H. WeitkampOaks ‘n Folks – Volume 5, Issue 2 – November 1990IntroductionPoor regeneration of blue oak (Quercus douglasii) and valley oak (Q. lobata) in many locations on California hardwood rangelands has encouraged examination of factors suspected to be…
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UC Oaks: Article

How to Grow California Oaks

September 6, 2025
By Michael Jones
by Doug McCrearyOaks ‘n Folks – Volume 4, Issue 2 – December, 1989IntroductionNative oaks are a vital and important component of the vegetation of California. They grow in a wide variety of habitats and help provide a distinctive character to the landscape. Not only are they beautiful to look at, but they…
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UC Oaks: Article

Rooting Out Oak Radicles

September 6, 2025
By Michael Jones
by Jerry TecklinOaks ‘n Folks – Volume 5, Issue 1 – June, 1990IntroductionBlue oak acorns readily germinate once they fall from the tree. Unlike some acorns, such as the black oaks which require a cool, moist resting period to trigger germination, blue oak acorns can start sprouting the initial…
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UC Oaks: Article

Oak Regeneration by Artificial Means

September 6, 2025
By Michael Jones
IntroductionOak trees are an important California natural resource, but in many areas they are not regenerating naturally. In addition, clearing land for economic reasons is reducing existing stands in many locations.Artificially regenerating oaks is one way to help conserve this important natural resource…
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Preservation Notes - San Joaquin Master Food Preservers: Article

Meet UCCE Master Food Preserver Maricarmen Anaya-Rodriguez

September 6, 2025
By Sherida J Phibbs
 by Sherida Phibbs, UCCE Master Food PreserverWhen you meet Maricarmen Anaya-Rodriguez, her enthusiasm for food preservation and community connection shines through immediately. Since becoming a UC Master Food Preserver in 2018, she has been dedicated to learning and sharing safe, research-based…
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UC Master Gardeners of Monterey, San Benito & Santa Cruz Counties: Event

Preserving Your Harvest!

Sep 27, 2025

Late summer and fall harvests are some of the most bountiful times in the home garden. Join Bridget Matz, Master Gardener and Master Food Preserver, for an introductory overview on food preservation techniques that will help you enjoy the fruits of your garden labor for many months to come.
UC Master Gardeners of Monterey, San Benito & Santa Cruz Counties
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UC Oaks: Article

The Cultural Values of Oaks

September 6, 2025
By Michael Jones
By Paul F. StarrsOaks ‘n Folks – Volume 18, Issue 1 – February 2002 The value of oaks for a diverse suite of uses and advantages, only some of which are cash producing, has been recognized in other parts of the United States and the world on both public and private land. For those of us resident in…
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