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UC Master Gardener Program of Contra Costa County: Article

Choose the Right Tomato

February 21, 2026
By Liz Rottger
Discover the Tomato That’s Right for You How do you choose the right tomato, when there are 75 varieties of one-of-a-kind heirloom and hybrid tomatoes in our 2026 Great Tomato Plant Sale? Like they say in real estate—location, location, location! You need first to select varieties that will thrive where…
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Seed Starting
UC Master Gardener Program of Sonoma County: Event

Seed Starting: Get a Headstart on Your Veggie Garden

Mar 14, 2026

It’s time to start seeds for your spring and summer garden. Join Sonoma County Master Gardeners and learn tips for starting seeds. The workshop will include information on growing seeds indoors and various setups and methods for getting started. A display at the workshop will feature lights, shelving,…
UC Master Gardener Program of Sonoma County
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Pruning Camellia
UC Master Gardener Program of Sonoma County: Event

Know Your Pruning Basics

Mar 29, 2026

Do you know where to make the first cut? This Master Gardener-led training and demonstration will help you stop guessing and start pruning with confidence. You will watch and learn the whys, whats, whens, and hows of hand-pruning ornamental shrubs and trees.
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Monarda Flower
Napa Master Gardener Column: Article

Monarda and My Pollinator Garden

February 21, 2026
By Michael Lecours
By Cindy Watter, UC Master Gardener of Napa County.   February is a good month for planning everything and planting some things.  When I review my gardening calendar/journal, I grin.  There is a yawning chasm between the plans and the accomplishments.But I have success in one thing: I…
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UC Davis Distinguished Professor Emerita Diane Ullman

A Sneak Peak at the Second of Two UC Davis Murals

February 20, 2026
By Kathy Keatley Garvey
 Wait 'til you see the flora and the fauna on two ceramic-mosaic murals located behind the UC Davis Arboretum Plant Nursery on Garrod Drive.An unveiling and celebration will take place at a public ceremony at 3 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 21 during the 15th annual UC Davis Biodiversity. Museum Day. UC…
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UC Master Gardener Program of Alameda County: Event

Garden Talk: Succulent Plant Propagation (Livermore)

Mar 14, 2026

Propagation is the best way to get more plants! From your existing plants or ones you have ready (and legal) access to.Succulent Specialist Master Gardener Sarah Lee will be discussing best practices for succulent plant propagation. This event is free. This event is outdoors and is subject to weather…
UC Master Gardener Program of Alameda County
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Together@Work: Article

Principle Spotlight: Network of Safety

February 20, 2026
By Elizabeth A Moon
 Providing action and intentionality to our shared Principles. Welcome to a monthly series where each month the Workplace Inclusion and Belonging unit spins the dial and spotlights one of UC ANR Principles of Community and turns intention into action.Join in the unpacking of a new principle every month,…
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Under the Solano Sun: Article

A Bountiful Botanical Garden

February 20, 2026
By Jennifer M Baumbach
Blog by Lanie KeystoneIf the promise of Spring has given you a sense of wanderlust, look no further than a visit to San Luis Obispo (SLO) on California’s Central Coast.  It’s just a little over 4-hour drive from Solano or Yolo Counties, or, for even more fun, take a train trip along the coast. …
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Meet Our TeamCommunity Nutrition and Health  Jasmin SmithCommunity Nutrition and Health AdvisorPhone (209) 953-6109jasm@ucanr.edu  CalFresh Healthy Living (CFHL) Lorena HoyosCommunity Education Supervisor IIPhone (209) 953-6121lhoyos@ucanr.edu    Joyce…
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