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Newly published research by UC Davis scientists on the gut bacteria of two carpenter bee species shows a surprising find: their gut bacteria is more similar to social bees like honey bees and bumble bees than to solitary bees, even to closely related bee species.

With many people thinking about turkey this time of year, we thought we would provide some interesting facts about wild turkeys for you to share during your holiday gatherings! Turkeys are not native to California but were introduced by European settlers.

Ben Faber (UCCE Advisor in Ventura County) shared the following article with me--thanks Ben. Steve Haring and Brad Hanson (UC Davis) Abstract Cover crops enhance the biodiversity of cropping systems and can support a variety of useful ecosystem services, including weed suppression.

A couple of years ago, I was in need of a flowering vine which could handle morning shade and afternoon sun. I selected a Cobaea scandens from Annie's Annuals and Perennials. I was enchanted by the photos on the description of the plant, as well as it's whimsical common name, Cup and Saucer Vine.

"In 1973 Dr. David Gibby of the Washington State University Extension Center started a program to meet the demand for urban horticulture and gardening advice, which has since expanded to all 50 states and 8 Canadian provinces.

His vast research over the last 40 plus years has made him an expert in all things turf-related.

A garden is the way that the land says, I love you. Braiding SweetgrassRobin Wall Kimmerer Thats not the normal salutation, but it is the wishful thinking found deep in our bones. Our plants and trees so need a deep watering, as do our souls.

The 2022 Ask A Master Gardener Season was outstanding! We straddle two fiscal years, so the numbers below represent our contacts from April-October 2022.

When the Speakers Bureau Speaks, People Listen! Here is what our audience is saying in return Beginning gardener here; thanks so much for all this amazing information. Great job all! Amazingly knowledgeable speakers! This has been an exceptionally informative, practical, and helpful seminar.