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Under the Solano Sun: Article

Orchids and Dandelions

March 11, 2026
By Jennifer M Baumbach
Blog by Nanelle Jones-Sullivan Horticultural therapy teaches that in the garden, metaphors can bridge nature and human experience. One of my favorite metaphors is used in a theory called “orchids and dandelions.” This theory by W. Thomas Boyce explains that “children fall into two categories: resilient …
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Stanislaus County: Event

2026 Advanced School on Microirrigation for Crop Production

Mar 30, 2026 - Apr 1, 2026

NEW DATES!CLASS LECTURES: MARCH 30 - APRIL 1FIELD TRIPS: APRIL 2 - 3ATTENDING THIS SCHOOL WILL PROVIDE:• 3 days of practical class lectures on principles andimplementation of microirrigation systems andmanagement practices for crop production• 2 days of field demonstration visits (one day in theSan Joaquin…
Stanislaus County
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Morning mist rising over oak woodlands with a trail through the green pastures.
Hopland Research and Extension Center: Event

Hopland Hikes: Self-guided hike

Apr 11, 2026 - May 9, 2026

 On Saturday, April 11 and/or May 9 enjoy the beauty of Hopland REC at your own pace on this self-guided hike. On arrival at 10am you will be greeted by staff and given a map of the walking route. This route takes you on a loop along dirt roads, climbing to over 1000ft where you'll enjoy a view across…
Hopland Research and Extension Center
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Citrus IPM News: Article

Citrus Thrips Field Day at Lindcove REC on April 7

March 11, 2026
By Sandipa Gautam
Citrus Thrips Field Day At Lindcove REC On April 7, 2026 EXTERNAL IMAGECitrus thrips remain a key pest affecting citrus fruit quality in California. Citrus thrips feeding on young fruit causes scarring and rind blemishes that reduce fruit quality and market value, especially for fresh-market citrus…
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Edible Flowers
UC Master Gardener Program of Contra Costa County: Event

Edible Flowers: Beautiful, Nutritious, and Year-Round - WEBINAR

Mar 17, 2026

Co-hosted by Contra Costa County LibraryTuesday, March 17, 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.Beautiful flowers enhance our gardens. They can also enhance our vegetable beds and our food. Many flowers are edible and a wide variety of flowers grow year-round in sun through shade. They can grow in your ornamental gardens,…
UC Master Gardener Program of Contra Costa County
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Serramonte Farmers' Market
UC Master Gardeners of San Mateo & San Francisco Counties: Event

Master Gardener Education Table at the Serramonte Farmers' Market

Apr 23, 2026

Visit the UC Master Gardener education table at the Serramonte Farmers’ Market. Master Gardener volunteers will be available every other Thursday to answer questions regarding plants, planting techniques, garden pests and more.The market is located behind the multi-level garage by Crunch Fitness. Photo…
UC Master Gardeners of San Mateo & San Francisco Counties
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Serramonte Farmers' Market
UC Master Gardeners of San Mateo & San Francisco Counties: Event

Master Gardener Education Table at the Serramonte Farmers' Market

Apr 9, 2026

Visit the UC Master Gardener education table at the Serramonte Farmers’ Market. Master Gardener volunteers will be available every other Thursday to answer questions regarding plants, planting techniques, garden pests and more.The market is located behind the multi-level garage by Crunch Fitness. Photo…
UC Master Gardeners of San Mateo & San Francisco Counties
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Charles Rice, Nobel laureate

A Golden Opportunity, Twice-Fold

March 10, 2026
By Kathy Keatley Garvey
 It was, indeed, a golden opportunity, twice-fold, and what UC Davis undergraduate students in a biochemistry class taught by UC Davis Distinguished Professor Walter Leal will always remember.Five, 10, 15, 20, 30 years from now they'll be saying "Remember that biochemistry class in Kleiber Hall when Dr…
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UC Master Gardeners of El Dorado County: Event

Central Sierra: Visit Sherwood Garden! Open Garden Day (EDC MG)

May 2, 2026

Visit Sherwood Demonstration Garden  Sherwood Demonstration Garden is open Fridays and Saturdays March through October. Come and take a leisurely stroll through all 16 themed gardens. Docents are on-site to assist you with any questions regarding Sherwood Demonstration Garden or your personal garden…
UC Master Gardeners of El Dorado County
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UC Master Gardeners of El Dorado County: Event

Central Sierra: Visit Sherwood Garden! Open Garden Day (EDC MG)

May 1, 2026

Visit Sherwood Demonstration Garden  Sherwood Demonstration Garden is open Fridays and Saturdays March through October. Come and take a leisurely stroll through all 16 themed gardens. Docents are on-site to assist you with any questions regarding Sherwood Demonstration Garden or your personal garden…
UC Master Gardeners of El Dorado County
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