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UC Master Gardeners of the Lake Tahoe Basin: Article

Central Sierra: Tomato Growing Instructions

May 4, 2026
Tomato SoilpH 6.2-6.8 (Tahoe/Truckee native soil) is best. Prep area by mixing in 10-10-10 fertilizer and organic matter to improve moisture-holding capacity. Plants are thirsty and hungry.Planting TomatoesTomatoes can be grown on native soils, raised beds or containers. Container growing is most successful…
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Upcoming Private Applicator Certificate (PAC)Workshop in Spanish/Próximo Seminario de certificación de Aplicador Privado (PAC), May 13 2026

May 4, 2026
By Dylan J Beal, Shufang Tian
There will be an upcoming Spanish Language Online Workshop on the Private Applicator Certificate hosted by the UC ANR Small Farms Network on May 13. Registration details in English and Spanish are provided below.  Upcoming workshop in SpanishTopic: How to prepare for the Private Applicator…
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UC Master Gardeners of San Diego County: Article

Incredible Insects Brochure

May 4, 2026
By Joelle Kohn
Advice to Grow ByUC Master Gardeners of San Diego CountyHotline (858) 822-6910 www.MasterGardenerSD.orghelp@MasterGardenerSD.orgFun Facts - Incredible Insectshave diverse shapes, types and lifestyleshave large populations (some)have fast reproduction rates - lots of eggshave short lives but can have more…
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UC Master Gardeners of Ventura County: Event

Bird Friendly Gardens/Oak Park Library

Event Date
Jul 11, 2026

  Bird Friendly Gardens A Bird Friendly Garden is a specialized gardening class focused on creating outdoor spaces that attract, support, and nurture local bird populations. You will learn how to transform ordinary yards and gardens into vibrant ecosystems that provide food, water, shelter,…
UC Master Gardeners of Ventura County
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UC Master Gardeners of Ventura County: Event

House Plant Rescue/Oak Park Library

Event Date
Aug 8, 2026

  House Plant RescueHaving trouble with your houseplants? Join Certified Master Gardener, Gretchen Evirs, and learn how you can bring your houseplants back to life. Learn common problems and pests and the best conditions to grow your houseplants in.Date: Saturday August 8, 2026Time: 11:30am-12…
UC Master Gardeners of Ventura County
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UC Master Gardeners of Ventura County: Event

Ditch the Grass! Create a Drought-Tolerant Landscape/Simi Valley Library

Event Date
Aug 27, 2026

Photo Credit Pixabay Ditch the Grass! Create a Drought-Tolerant Landscape Learn how to safely remove your water-hungry lawn and replace it with a beautiful, drought-tolerant garden. This class covers turf removal techniques, soil preparation, plant selection for your climate, and installation…
UC Master Gardeners of Ventura County
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Stanislaus County: Event

Young Almond Precision Irrigation Workshop

Event Date
Jun 2, 2026

Join us for a practical workshop focused on precision irrigation management for young almond orchards. The program will feature presentations from Merced College, UC Cooperative Extension, the Almond Board of California, and irrigation industry experts, highlighting key differences between irrigation…
Stanislaus County
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