Ongoing research

A newly published, two-year UC Davis study reveals that normal exposure to the insecticide imidacloprid generates a multi-generational effect on the blue orchard bee, Osmia lignaria, reducing both reproduction and population growth.

Cyclamen By Leonard Cicerello UCCE Master Gardener Planting are a: Zones vary by species. Size: 2 flowers are borne on 2 to 8 stems. Bloom season: Bloom season depends on the specie, from spring through winter. Exposure: Morning sun and afternoon shade, or full shade.

Today's the day! Please support the programming of the UCCE Master Gardeners in Solano Co. The 150 volunteers give back thousands of hours of time to help educate residents of Solano County. #GivingTuesday Your gift supports the public outreach programs we do in the county.

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I was reading through some recipe magazine that was in the pile on my table and there was this card (pictured) in the center. Generally, I tear them out or fold them out of the way, but the flower caught my attention. Then, I thought, "I need to plant this paper right away.

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It's Giving Tuesday, and we hope you will consider making a gift to our program. Last week we highlighted the exciting demonstration gardens our Master Gardeners are planning. Today is the day we are raising funds to make them possible! We appreciate any amount you can give.

Winter is a time when a lot of the color of the outdoor world has faded away. The leaves have fallen and gray skies are becoming more frequent. Winter is also a time of happiness and cheer; a time that you spend with your loved ones.

Holidays Approaching Harvesting summer crops is done Received needed rain...

There's no doubt--no doubt at all--that Fatma Kaplan is a go-getter. And maybe a genius. Born on her family's 40-acre farm in Turkey, where they grew hazel nuts, Kaplan went from farmer to scientist to entrepreneur. Today Kaplan is the chief executive officer and co-founder of Pheronym, Inc.