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UC Master Gardener Program of Yolo County: Event

Everything You Need to Know About Fruit Trees: Part II

Aug 28, 2025

Once you’ve chosen your fruit tree and planted it correctly, how do you keep it fruitful? UC Master Gardeners Bonnie Berman and Mike Kluk will cover pruning, pest management, and special considerations for citrus trees as part of the Davis Library Master Gardener Zoom Series. Zoom link: https:…
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Cream colored rose
UC Master Gardener Program of Yolo County: Event

How to Boost Your Summer Rose Blooms

Aug 21, 2025

How to Boost Your Summer Rose BloomsBring your favorite pruners to the Woodland Community College rose garden from 9 to 10 a.m. on Thursday, Aug. 21, to learn how proper pruning can help keep your rose bushes in bloom through the summer. Master gardeners from the UC Master Gardener Program of Yolo…
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UC Master Gardener Program of Yolo County: Event

 Master Gardener Question-and-Answer Desk at Lowe’s

Aug 16, 2025

Master gardeners from the UC Master Gardener Program of Yolo County staff a question-and-answer desk at Lowe’s in West Sacramento from 10 a.m. to noon on the first and third Saturdays of each month. Bring your questions about pests, fertilizing, irrigation and other gardening issues to the store, at…
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4-H in Santa Barbara County : Document

Branding and Marketing Information - Santa Barbara

Branding ChecklistWhen preparing a flyer, webpage, or any other outreach item be sure to follow these guidelines to make sure you're promoting 4-H in a visually consistent way and in a way that respects applicable trademarks and copyrights.4-H logo follows the guidelines set by the USDA: The logo is upright,…
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Grace Garden, artichoke harvest
UC Master Gardener Program of Yolo County: Event

Gardening for Year-Round Meals - Summer Harvest

Aug 9, 2025

When should you harvest your summer fruits and vegetables? Join Ann Liu, UC Master Gardener of Yolo County to learn first-hand how to determine when your produce is ripe. Ann will also discuss garden maintenance and planning for your fall garden. Ann, team leader for Grace Garden volunteers and a master…
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UC Master Gardener Program of Yolo County: Event

Master Gardener Question-and-Answer Desk at Lowe’s

Aug 2, 2025

Master gardeners from the UC Master Gardener Program of Yolo County staff a question-and-answer desk at Lowe’s in West Sacramento from 10 a.m. to noon on the first and third Saturdays of each month. Bring your questions about pests, fertilizing, irrigation and other gardening issues to the store, at…
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Garden Talk: Native Bees (Oakland)

Jul 26, 2025

Learn how to nurture and attract native bees and other pollinator friends! This event is outdoors and is subject to weather and UC Master Gardener's discretion. Please dress appropriately! This event is free. 
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kitchen chat
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Kitchen Garden Chat: Starting the Fall Garden

Aug 2, 2025

August is the time to start planning your fall garden: What should you plant? What pests should you look out for? What chores should you tackle? Join UC Master Gardener of Yolo County, Treva Valentine to explore these and other questions during her monthly virtual Kitchen Garden chat. Zoom link:  …
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Talk: Beginning Plant Propagation (Hayward)

Jul 26, 2025

Plant propagation is a rewarding practice that allows home gardeners to multiply their favorite plants, save money, and share beloved species with friends and family. Whether you're looking to expand your garden without breaking the bank or preserve a cherished heirloom plant, understanding the basics of…
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Pink pipevine caterpillar
Bug Squad: Article

Pipe Cleaner Caterpillars

July 21, 2025
By Kathy Keatley Garvey
 "Fuzzy Wuzzy" was not a bear. "Fuzzy Wuzzy" was--and is--a pink pipe cleaner caterpillar. And sometimes it comes in yellow, green, orange, blue, white or red.Pipe cleaners are used to clean smoking pipes, ridding them of residue and moisture. But as chenille stems, they find themselves in a wide…
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