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Under the Solano Sun: Article

Creative Plantings

July 14, 2026
By Tina Saravia
I’m always fascinated by people’s creativity with growing plants in the landscape. My husband and I were driving around Mare Island recently and noticed this purple vine growing on wires more than 2-3 stories high. In this bleak, industrial section of the island, someone thought to create beauty by…
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Under the Solano Sun: Article

Leaving Grass Clippings on the Lawn, Really?

July 14, 2026
By Betsy Buxton
For years, homeowners have been told to pick up the clippings from the lawnmower and get rid of them.  I’ve seen people pick up their full, heavy grass catchers on the back of their lawn mowers when full and toss those clippings either into green waste bins or their compost piles. I've often wondered…
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Under the Solano Sun: Article

A Pop of Summer Color in Your Garden

July 14, 2026
By Paula Pashby
If you are seeking a new, vibrant pop of summer color for your garden, how about trying a Canna plant? The Canna, also known as Canna Lily* (Canna × generalis), is resilient and easy to grow in your garden. These beauties provide a dazzling show of large, ruffled flowers that are like Iris plants. The…
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Colusa County: Article

July 2026 - Rice Briefs Newsletter

July 14, 2026
By Sarah Marsh Janish
July 2026 Rice Briefs is the summer newsletter for the UCCE Colusa & Yolo Rice Program. This newsletter contains the following articles in the attached document: Upcoming eventsDelta armyworm monitoring2026 rice acreage and supply commentsIs the bleach treatment against bakanae still working?UCCE…
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UC Master Gardener Coordinators: Article

Rooted in Marketing - July 2026

July 14, 2026
By Barbra Braaten
July is here, and summer is in full swing across California! While many gardeners are out harvesting tomatoes and keeping things alive in the heat, we've got a packed issue to help you keep your communications just as strong.Here's everything you can find in this month's issue of Rooted in Marketing:Branding…
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UC Master Gardener Coordinators: Article

Coordinators Monthly Newsletter - July 2026

July 14, 2026
By Barbra Braaten
This month's coordinator newsletter features a program spotlight on the Contra Costa Jardineros program, a resource spotlight on Hartford volunteer insurance coverage, and a training spotlight on the Stewarding the Brand webinar recording. We also highlight upcoming trainings and events in the "What's…
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Pressure, steam, and water bath canners with a rack on a dark, granite counter.
UC Master Food Preserver: Event

Ask a Master Food Preserver LIVE (Online Delivery via Zoom)

Aug 12, 2026

OverviewAsk questions, swap stories, and troubleshoot home food preservation with UC Master Food Preservers using safe, research-based guidance.Are you interested in home food preservation?Join UC Master Food Preservers for a free, interactive session focused on safe, research-based methods for preserving…
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UC Master Food Preserver: Event

Preserving Zucchini: Sweet and Savory Possibilities (Online Delivery Program)

Aug 4, 2026

Overview Explore research-based ways to preserve zucchini, from drying and freezing to sweet marmalade and savory pickle relish. An A-to-Z look at preserving zucchini Zucchini is one of summer's most versatile vegetables. It's also famously abundant—so much so that August 8 is celebrated as …
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