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Archiving Documents and Pages IT has pushed out the IWP Archive and it is now available for all IWP users. As part of this release, we have proactively archived every document (Word files, PDFs, etc.) stored in IWP. Below you’ll find a quick guide on how the archive works.Where to Find the ArchiveThe…
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Strawberries and Caneberries: Article

April showers bring...ruined berries and heartbreak

April 14, 2026
By Mark P Bolda
The Salinas Watsonville growing region was beset by significant amounts of rain this past weekend, so it was time to go out and have a look.  It's tough to see this, since while the crews are out picking as they have been for about a month, the fruit is being thrown away rather than put into clamshells…
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lavender and purple bearded iris

Bearded Iris-Harbingers of Spring

April 14, 2026
By Jennifer M Baumbach
Blog by Nanelle Jones-Sullivan  Bearded iris (Iris germanica) should be a perfect perennial here. Drought-tolerant, with instructions like “let the tubers bake in the sun”; yes, please! The flowers can be beautifully complex with the beard acting as a landing pad for pollinators, three upright…
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UC Master Gardeners of Santa Clara County: Event

Summer Vegetable Success - Milpitas

May 16, 2026

Ready to grow your most productive garden yet? This session covers everything you need to transform a patch of dirt into a backyard bounty. Learn the secrets to perfect soil preparation, timing your planting for peak harvest, and keeping common pests at bay. Whether you're a first-timer or a seasoned grower,…
UC Master Gardeners of Santa Clara County
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Corn, Beans, and Squash growing together a few weeks after planting. Allen Centennial Garden, wish.edu
UC Master Gardeners of Santa Clara County: Event

Companion Planting: The Three Sisters Method - San Jose

May 6, 2026

The gardening technique of the "Three Sisters" involves planting corn, beans, and squash together in a mutually beneficial arrangement. Enjoy discussing the 3 Sisters planting method with UC Master Gardener Aparna Bugwadia. We will discuss the history of the 3 Sisters planting and how it is a sustainable and…
UC Master Gardeners of Santa Clara County
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Green and gold leaves in an aeonium rosette
UC Master Gardeners of Santa Clara County: Event

MCP Succulent Open House & Sale - San Jose

May 16, 2026

The perfect time to pick up your summer succulents to beautify your yard, patio, or home. Plants start at only $5Note: The park charges $6 for parking, or you can park closer to our parcel on Chynoweth Avenue near Vauxhall Circle for free.Operated in partnership with the Santa Clara County Parks &…
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UC Master Gardeners of Santa Clara County: Event

Mysteries of Purple Veggies - Santa Clara

May 9, 2026

It's time to start thinking about planting your Spring/Summer Vegetables. Please join UC Master Gardener Maria Guerra for this exciting talk on purple vegetables that grow in our zone 9B and 10A. This will include both Indian and Asian vegetables. This will include eggplant, microgreens (including…
UC Master Gardeners of Santa Clara County
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