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April 15, 2026 updateGeneral background: Just like last year, we are a little slow getting off the mark with our updates this year. The UC ANR web platform is still giving us issues and we’ll be reporting thrips development heNre, at least for the start of this season . Thrips…
April 15, 2026 updateGeneral background: Just like last year, we are a little slow getting off the mark with our updates this year. The UC ANR web platform is still giving us issues and we’ll be reporting thrips development here, at least for the start of this season . Thrips development…
There are so many things to love about lavender! This versatile shrub provides colorful, prolific blooms in the garden and delightful fragrance to oils, soaps, potpourri, and sachets. It’s also helpful in the kitchen, whether in cooking or for adding a zing to herb mixes and beverages.This dependable,…
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Why Container Gardening?By Dennis B, UC Master Gardener of Merced CountyWe often are asked how to grow vegetables and herbs when conditions are limited. Container Gardening is the answer!Works in poor or compacted soilsIs portable and flexibleIdeal for apartments and patiosHelps avoid invasive…
The Trinity County Resource Conservation District (TCRCD) and the Watershed Research & Training Center (WRTC) are providing a no-cost chipper service to Trinity County residents to help homeowners in reducing hazardous fuels and improving defensible space around their homes and outbuildings. If you're…
Come hear Dr. Sudan Gyawaly, IPM Advisor for Sacramento County, speak about the current insecpt pest research in leaffooted bugs, flatheaded borer, and more...1.0 DPR and CCA CEU pending
Join Master Gardeners in a garden workshop on Container Gardening We will cover how you can grow your garden anywhere, right plant right pot, and maintenance tips for success. May 2, 2026 10AM to 12PM
By UC Master Gardener Program of Contra Costa County
Tomato Growing Tips (Part 1 of 2)Terms:Determinate —This type of tomato stops growing at a set height of about 3-5’ and will bear most fruit within a 4-6 week period. These early ripening types may be best for containers.Indeterminate —This type continues to grow and set fruit all summer until…