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San Benito County: Article

New countywide 4-H project & livestock deadline

November 30, 2021
Dear 4-Her's, We are excited to announce two new countywide 4-H projects: Rocketry project will be starting in January. Fairview 4-H will be offering this project as countywide. Bee project is offered by Union 4-H.
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Many branches of a crape myrtle chopped back to 2 feet high and decorated with a garland.
The Backyard Gardener: Article

Murder Mystery

November 30, 2021
By Dustin W Blakey
I was driving down south last week when I noticed some seriously butchered crape myrtles along 395 in a prominent location along the highway. I don't want to embarrass anyone so I've included pictures from outside the area of this common offense to plant physiology.
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ANR News Releases: Article

Get in on GivingTuesday Nov. 30

November 30, 2021
By Pamela S Kan-Rice
UC Agriculture and Natural Resources connects the power of UC research in agriculture, natural resources, nutrition and youth development with local communities to improve the lives of all Californians. Join us on Tuesday, Nov.
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Photo by Ardis Neilsen
UC Master Gardeners- Diggin' it in SLO: Article

Saving On Plants

November 30, 2021
Bargain Plants By Ardis Neilsen UCCE Master Gardener Five Ways to Save Money When Buying Plants Do you want to add new plants to your garden but be as cost efficient as possible? Here are a few money-saving tips from a UC Master Gardener who can't resist adding one more plant to her garden.
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Photo by Deborah Pacheco
UC Master Gardeners- Diggin' it in SLO: Article

Mandevilla

November 30, 2021
Mandevilla By Deborah Light-Pacheco UCCE Master Gardener Common name of plant: Mandevilla Planting area: Zones vary by species Size: Depends on varietal, but can be between 12-20 feet long as a vine, or 2- 3 feet tall and 3-5 feet wide as a sprawling shrub.
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