Ongoing research

Just as plants spread their roots to take in information necessary for a healthy result, gardeners reach out to nourish their curiosity through horticultural study and experimentation.

When Marco Polo set out to find the truth behind the stories of herbs and spices of our wildest dreams, little did he realize how impactful his journey would be to the culinary practices of the world as he knew it.

Cue in the tune of The Music Man singing Ya Got Trouble, Friend, either you're closing your eyes to a situation you do not wish to acknowledge, or you are not aware of the caliber of disaster indicated by the presence of pooling water in your yards and gardens.

TREE: Prunus persicus Redhaven peach'. If you want to have some top-quality large, sweet peaches from your back yard you will want to plant this variety. It is one of the most commonly planted backyard peaches because the fruit does not ripen all at once like most peach trees do.

Spring brings to mind light bright dishes and opens the gateway to some of the best in-season produce. So as you rely on some of your tried-and-true favorites, remember also, to be inspired to try something new! The crustless spinach quiche couldn't be easier.

Despite a steady downpour, legislators and other state government employees expressed their support for agriculture at Ag Day at the Capitol on March 21. UC ANR showcased its people, programs and research.

As a reader of Garden Notes, you are probably interested in finding useful, factual, and inspiring information about all aspects of gardening.

To underscore the importance of Japan to California agriculture, a group of agricultural leaders joined Karen Ross, California Department of Food and Agriculture secretary, on a trade mission in March.

New academics, office managers, staff research associates and anyone who has a role in contracts and grants is invited to a five-week ANR boot camp to learn key information about the extramural funding process and the Office of Contracts and Grants.

Weed management in landscaped areas can be challenging. Weeds may need to be controlled for public safety, fire reduction, aesthetics, and elimination of harborage for other pests.