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WCC Plant Sale
UC Master Gardener Program of Yolo County: Event

UC Master Gardener Spring Plant Sale

Apr 4, 2026

Drought-tolerant ornamentals will be available, including California natives, pollinator-friendly perennials and annuals that attract hummingbirds, butterflies, and bees, along with tomato plants (including heirloom varieties).  Pricing: quart-size pots $5, annuals $3, and 4-inch tomato pots $4 (plus…
UC Master Gardener Program of Yolo County
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closeup view of crimson clover flowers and foliage
Under the Solano Sun: Article

Crimson Clover

February 4, 2026
By Jennifer M Baumbach
Blog by Nanelle Jones-Sullivan I use Crimson Clover (Trifolium incarnatum), a cool-season annual legume, as a winter cover crop. It is an attractive way to reduce soil erosion, suppress weeds and add nitrogen, and build organic matter in my soil. An important additional benefit is that it attracts…
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WarAgainstWeeds podcast

Broomrape podcast interview

February 4, 2026
By Brad Hanson
Some of my weed science extension colleagues in the midwest have a podcast called War Against Weeds  supported with funding from the North Central IPM Center.  I was interviewed on the podcast a few years ago about herbicide resistant weeds in orchards.  Earlier this week, they invited me back…
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UC Master Gardeners of Ventura County: Document

Links to Handouts for Speaker Series

Links to Handouts for Speaker Series:Veggie Gardening: SoCal Veg Planting Guide.pdfComposting:Habitat Gardening:Ca Native Plant List for Habitat GardeningCA Native Plant Gardening Resource page          
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2026 Update for Drone Rules and Regulations

February 4, 2026
By Sean D Hogan
 For those of you who are reading this, you may already know that there have been some major changes to drone rules and regulations in the United States within the past couple of months. On December 22, 2025, the grace period established under the NDAA 2023 American Drone Security Act expired, now…
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Houseplants
UC Master Gardeners of San Mateo & San Francisco Counties: Event

How to Care for Houseplants

Feb 14, 2026

Houseplants are a wonderful addition to a home, and keeping a few practical and science-based tips in mind will ensure they provide years of enjoyment! In this talk, the basics of stewardship will be covered, including light requirements, watering schedules, fertilizing, repotting and trouble…
UC Master Gardeners of San Mateo & San Francisco Counties
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UC Davis Biodiversity Museum Day sign

'Bee' There at UC Davis BioDiv Day!

February 4, 2026
By Kathy Keatley Garvey
 Are you ready for the 15th annual UC Davis Biodiversity Museum Day, set Feb. 21 on the UC Davis campus?There's so much to see and do.  It's "Super Science Day," an open house showcasing 12 museums and collections across campus. It's free and family friendly, and parking is also free.This year’s…
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