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The most effective irrigation systems are designed, installed, and maintained to distribute water as uniformly as possible and only when and where water is needed. That means applying water where roots can use it.
Compost fruit and vegetable discards as well as garden plant material to produce a rich soil amendment and reduce landfill. Ben Kerchx, Pixabay When garden waste is recycled it is transformed into a nutrient-rich soil conditioner.
Composting is the process of turning kitchen and yard waste and other organic materials into a decomposed soil amendment. It is a natural process that provides beneficial microbes and is a key ingredient in organic gardening and farming.
Credit: UC ANR A soil amendment is any material added to soil to improve its physical properties, such as water retention, permeability, drainage, aeration, and structure. They can also be used to modify soil pH. There are lots of different materials available you can use to improve your soil.
Check out our information sheets on how to plant, grow, maintain and harvest common vegetables, fruits, herbs and nuts grown in Marin. We also list our favorite varieties that are best suited for local microclimates.
UC Marin Master Gardeners host a table at select farmers markets to provide gardeners with help and advice. The Farmers Market is a popular community event where UC Marin Master Gardeners provide community outreach and education, hosting a table offering "Advice to Grow by... Ask Us.
Tom Swinnen, Pexels Fruit trees need suitable climates, well-drained soil, proper planting, and maintenance throughout the season. It takes some planning and work to get them established, but once you do it's a joy to pick fruit fresh from the garden. Here's how to create your very own home orchard.
