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Blog by Brenda AltmanClimate change is real.  Every year, my pluot (plum apricot) tree starts flowering earlier and earlier. Here it is flowering in the second week of February!Luther Burbank pioneered the development of hybrid plums and apricots. In the late 19th century, crossing an apricot and a plum…

Cynthia Kintigh, marketing director, will retire on March 4, 2026, after 27 years of advancing UC ANR’s mission.

Herbs thrive in the San Joaquin Valley because of our climate. March is a great time for spring planting.TasksCheck drip systems, sprinklers and other irrigation systems for repair needs.Flush irrigation lines and inspect sprinkler valves for proper operation.Protect transplants from cutworms by putting a…

Happy March! It’s time for This Month In The Garden, our monthly tips and tricks show we play on the first Thursday of every month here on In The Garden with UC Master Gardeners of Orange County California.The key emphasis at this time of year are three words: Plant, Feed, and Control. But don’t jump the gun…

Introduction Supporting the mental and emotional wellbeing of youth is a priority of the 4-H positive youth development program. In fact, each of the four Hs (Head, Heart, Hands, and Health) relate to mental wellbeing. Our head is the place where we think, have emotions, and make decisions. Our heart is…

 If you missed the UC Davis Biodiversity Museum Day Speaker Series on Saturday, Feb. 21 in the Sensory Theatre of the Robert Mondavi Institute for Wine and Food Science, 392 Old Davis Road, not to worry.The series, featuring introductory information about nematodes, dinosaurs, yeast, and bees and…

 Article and photos by Peg Smith - March is such a wonderful month for gardeners, spring glory is erupting in brilliant blossoms and flowering bulbs. As we enjoy the bursting buds and blossoms, it is an ideal time to look forward to the summer bounty of vegetables and flowers. Time to start annual…