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Butterflies and moths totally fascinate entomologist Jeff Smith, the 32-year volunteer curator of the Bohart Museum of Entomology's Lepidoptera collection. Smith loves talking about them, engaging folks face-to-face, and answering their questions.

At this point in my gardening journey, I have learned to pay attention to what other gardeners are successfully growing in their yards. When several gardeners that I know grow the same plant and are very pleased with it, my interest is definitely piqued.

Posted by Richard Smith and Joji Muramoto On March 2, 9 and 16, 2021 we held the sessions of the Organic Soil Fertility Series. The videos of those sessions are now available. The links to each session are listed below along with the topics covered and the presenters. Part 1: https://youtu.

Looking a little dry out there? Dry conditions mean it's good to be cautious about nitrate toxicity in forage crops, particularly small grain hay, grasses, and anything weedy! Nitrates can harm or even kill animals. Growers should test forages and stay vigilant.

Meetings and Announcements Weekly Zoom Presentation Horticultural Study Tour XI: Wales, Edinburgh, Northern Scotland Saving Water (And $) in Home Landscapes, Gardens, and Orchards...

Please see below link to access "How To Use Weekly Crop Water Use (ET) Reports to Assist Farm Water Management" How to Use Weekly Crop Water Use Report Please see below link to access "Weekly ET Report 04-19-2021" ET Report 04-19-2021 Please see disclaimer link below: University of California Divisi...

Soil acidity is an important factor for gardeners to consider when placing ornamental and edible plants in landscapes and vegetable gardens.

Spring has arrived! As the days & nights grow warmer, more colors appear in fruit trees and flowers. For UCCE Master Food Preservers, the onset of Spring ignites visions of gardens and re-stocked shelves of freshly preserved foods.

Do you have Spring Fever? If you have adequate space, why not leave a legacy to your children's children by planting a tree? When the right species is planted in the right location and receives the right care, landscape trees can be enjoyed for 100 years or more.

Roses and many other flowers are blooming in gardens right now and several callers have asked for help with pest identification. We are happy to look at photos or samples, but home gardeners can usually easily identify this insect once they see a photo.