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UC Master Gardeners of Ventura County: Event

House Plant Rescue/Oxnard

Jan 24, 2026

House Plant RescueHaving trouble with your houseplants? Join Certified Master Gardener, Gretchen Evirs, and learn how you can bring your houseplants back to life. Learn common problems and pests and the best conditions to grow your houseplants in.Date: Saturday, January 24, 2026Time: 11am-12noonLocation:…
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UC Master Gardener Program of Contra Costa County: Article

Creating a Thanksgiving Herb Garden: How to grow herbs for your holiday meals

September 25, 2025
By Linda Weissman
As Thanksgiving approaches, many of us start planning our holiday meals. While turkey, cranberries, and pumpkins may get most of the attention, herbs also play an important role in our Thanksgiving meals. Herbs like sage, thyme, rosemary, parsley, and chives provide flavor and a pleasing aroma to our meals…
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a little library box in a garden
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Economic Strategy References

The Eastern Sierra has had several economic strategy documents developed in the past decade to help guide development. The following reports gathered here into a single hub, represent an overview of primary regional and local community and economic strategies. These are suggested for review by…
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UC Master Gardener Program of Contra Costa County: Article

Finding Beauty in the Shade on Patios, Porches and in the Yard

September 25, 2025
By Lorraine Frey
 Creating a vibrant shaded area is all about contrast and creativity—playing with layers and combining plants of varying heights and textures for a natural, woodland vibe.  Before you start planting, it’s important to understand the light, soil, and microclimates in space. The following steps will…
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Colorful fallen leaves on the ground in shades of orange, brown, and yellow.
Pests in the Urban Landscape: Article

Pest Management Tips for Fall

September 25, 2025
By Lindsey Hack
Fall is officially here! Even though the weather is still warm in many places in California, leaves are beginning to drop and things are starting to slow down in our gardens. It’s time to prepare for garden and landscape pest problems that could come with the changing season. Did you know that UC IPM…
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Wild Douglas iris, photo courtesy of Howdy Goudey
UC Master Gardener Program of Contra Costa County: Article

Douglas Iris Adds Color to Shady Garden Areas

September 25, 2025
By Robin Mitchell
Douglas iris (Iris douglasiana) is a great foundational plant for a sunny or shady part of your garden. The foliage is green all year round, and when in bloom in the spring, it is a welcome spot of color in shaded areas.While they can tolerate full sun, a good location for Douglas iris in a garden is one…
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UC ANR Technology Transfer OfficeANRTechTransfer@ucanr.edu (530) 447-0801 Ext 1402StaffWilliam Deckerwilliam.decker@ucop.edu  
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Eastern Sierra Economic Development
Inyo and Mono Counties: Article

Eastern Sierra Economic Report Synthesis

September 25, 2025
By Dustin W Blakey
A printable, PDF version of this document is available below.SummaryThis analysis completed in August 2025 compares seven economic development reports from the Eastern Sierra and surrounding Sierra Nevada region, spanning from 2012 to 2024, using ChatGPT tools to compare and synthesize their content. The…
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Nutrition Policy Institute News: Article

Nutrition Policy Institute welcomes Hannah R. Thompson as new director

September 25, 2025
By Danielle Lee
Hannah R. Thompson began her role as the new director of the Nutrition Policy Institute beginning September 1, 2025. Thompson has served as NPI’s senior epidemiologist since 2020 while also working as an assistant research professor at the University of California, Berkeley School of Public Health. She…
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