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Tending Your Soil
UC Master Gardeners of Orange County: Event

Know your Soil - Anaheim

May 22, 2026

Good soil is the starting place for a smart garden.  Learn the components of soil, how to evaluate your landscape soil, and the steps you can take to enrich your soil to produce a bountiful, sustainable landscape and garden. UC Master Gardeners of Orange County will provide information to get you…
UC Master Gardeners of Orange County
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Drought Tolerant Gardening
UC Master Gardeners of Orange County: Event

Drought Tolerant Gardening - Fullerton

May 20, 2026

Let’s face it. We live in a climate where water has been and will continue to be an issue. This presentation covers gardening in the Southern California Mediterranean climate and UC Master Gardeners of Orange County will provide tips for designing and planning the drought-tolerant garden including steps…
UC Master Gardeners of Orange County
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Beneficial Bugs - Yorba Linda
UC Master Gardeners of Orange County: Event

Beneficial Insects - Laguna Beach

May 16, 2026

Not all bugs are created equal. The difference between those that are beneficial and those that aren’t is whether they savor your plants and crops or if they have an appetite for other insects. We'll help you recognize and protect beneficials in your garden in a discussion of predators and the types of…
UC Master Gardeners of Orange County
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Pests That Bug Gardeners - Mission Viejo
UC Master Gardeners of Orange County: Event

What's Bugging My Garden - Westminster

May 14, 2026

Eww, gross!  Is that what you think about those insects in your garden?  Learn multiple techniques for effective pest control that are the least toxic for your home environment. UC Master Gardeners of Orange County will provide you with the latest information on a variety of methods to keep those…
UC Master Gardeners of Orange County
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Names in the News

April 29, 2026
By Pamela S Kan-Rice
Stephen Guarino, director of fire and life safety services, and Jasmeet Singh, environmental health and safety specialist, recently joined UC ANR.
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Professor and bee scientist Elina Lastro Niño examining a frame.

The Art and Science of Rearing Queen Bees

April 29, 2026
By Kathy Keatley Garvey
 If you're a beekeeper interested in learning how to rear queen bees, this is for you!The UC California Master Beekeeper Program (CAMBP) is offering an in-person Queen-Rearing Techniques Short Course (QRTSC) on Saturday and Sunday, May 30-31 at the Harry H. Laidlaw Jr. Honey Bee Research Facility on Bee…
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Citrus Fruit Tree
UC Master Gardeners of Orange County: Event

The Beauty of Citrus - Huntington Beach

May 13, 2026

When you see an orange, do you wonder what it would take to have citrus growing in your own yard? Winter is citrus season, but learning what you need to do to prepare for a great growing season can be good information any time of year. We'll walk through the types and varieties that thrive in a backyard…
UC Master Gardeners of Orange County
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UC Master Gardeners of San Diego County: Article

Invasive Plants Brochure

April 29, 2026
By Joelle Kohn
Advice to Grow ByUC Master Gardeners of San Diego CountyHotline (858) 822-6910 www.MasterGardenerSD.orghelp@MasterGardenerSD.orgHow to Keep Your Garden Safe from Invasive PlantsWhat is an invasive? An Invasive Species is a species that is able to establish itself on many sites, may grow quickly and spread,…
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seeds on a table
UC Master Gardeners of Ventura County: Event

The Magic of Seeds: Amazing Facts Every Gardener Should Know/Simi Valley

Sep 24, 2026

Photo credit PixabayThe Magic of Seeds: Amazing Facts Every Gardener Should KnowDiscover the remarkable world of seeds and the surprising secrets they hold—from why a tiny lettuce seed can produce a giant head in weeks, to why beet "seeds" need thinning (hint: they're actually seed clusters!). We'll explore…
UC Master Gardeners of Ventura County
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ANR Employee News: Article

Hone communication skills across communities on May 12

April 29, 2026
By Elizabeth A Moon
“Common Ground: Communication Across Communities” focuses on connecting people both internally and externally to UC ANR, building the skills and practice to navigate relationships and communication strategies to bridge common ground. Training will provide specific skills, tools and practice to support…
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