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UC Master Gardeners of Orange County: Page

Saving Seeds - Orange County

Seeds | Saving Seeds | Planting SeedsWhy Save Seeds?Seed saving is a practical and time-honored tradition. Gardeners save seeds to reduce costs, preserve favorite or rare varieties, and pass down heirlooms through generations. It helps maintain genetic and cultural diversity, allowing gardeners to adapt…
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UC Master Gardeners of Orange County: Page

Planting Seeds - Orange County

Seeds | Saving Seeds | Planting SeedsGerminating seeds is a sensitive process shaped by moisture, temperature, oxygen, light, and the growing medium. By carefully managing these factors, gardeners can enhance their chances of healthy growth whether starting seeds indoors or outdoors. Success depends on…
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oak woodland
UC Oaks: Page

Resources

Here you can find information on California oak woodlands from the Integrated Hardwood Range Management Program (IHRMP) and other resources. Topics of interest include:Frequently Asked QuestionsIHRMP Research BibliographyOaks 'n Folks ArchivePublicationsOak Woodland Regeneration and RestorationOak Woodland…
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Advocacy: Stand Up for UC and Speak Up for Science

September 4, 2025
By Anne M Megaro
UC Office of the President has launched the Stand Up for UC campaign, which encourages people to pledge their support for UC, and Speak Up for Science, which focuses on rebuilding federal support for U.S. research and innovation.
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UC Marin Master Gardeners: Event

Mill Valley September Seed Swap

Sep 20, 2025

Program: Fall is the perfect time to collect seeds. Join the UC Marin Master Gardeners for this seed extravaganza! They will share seeds and give tips on topics such as gardening for pollinators, saving seeds, and planting a fall garden. There will be planting activities for all ages. Bring seeds you have…
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MMG seed swap
UC Marin Master Gardeners: Event

Civic Center Library Seed and Plant Swap

Oct 15, 2025

Program: This is a plant and seed swap however it's not necessary to bring them to get the donated items. UC Marin Master Gardeners will share information on seed saving of edibles and CA native plants, give tips on what to plant this fall, and assist patrons in planting in containers. There will be…
UC Marin Master Gardeners
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urban gardening workshop
UC Marin Master Gardeners: Event

Urban Gardening Workshop

Oct 3, 2025

Program: Fall Gardening Workshop with seed and plant exchange and planting in containers. Learn what to plant in your fall and winter garden.Cost: FREESponsors: Marin Master Gardeners and South Novato LibraryContact: Cris Criollo at cris.criollo@marincounty.gov
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seed packets
UC Marin Master Gardeners: Event

Fall Seed and Plant Exchange

Sep 20, 2025

Program: The event will include a seed and plant exchange, information on seed saving and CA native plant seeds and planting activities.Cost: FREESponsors: Marin Master Gardeners and Novato LibraryContact: Nicole Hight at nicole.hight@marincounty.gov
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blue oak seedling
UC Oaks: Page

Oak Regeneration and Restoration

There has been widespread concern that some native California oaks were not regenerating adequately. Three California oak species (blue oak, valley oak and Engelmann oak) have been repeatedly identified as species that have inadequate regeneration to maintain current stand densities.There has been…
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