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UC Master Gardeners of Central Sierra: Article

Central Sierra: Late Summer Garden Spruce Ups

September 15, 2025
By Robin E Martin
Planting Ideas for Late Summer Blooms  Here are some late summer flowers that will rejuvenate the look of the garden and lift any gardener’s spirits. Summer Hyacinth, Ornithogalum candicans, is a perennial bulb; plant it now for next year’s bloom. It has a blooming funnel-shaped flower, and…
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Sonoma coast landscape plants for the home garden
UC Master Gardener Program of Sonoma County: Event

Choosing Landscape Plants that Thrive on the Sonoma Coast

Oct 18, 2025

 Fall is the best time to plant, and choosing plants that thrive in our unique coastal zone will help ensure success for your home landscape. Join us for a presentation on evaluating your space, preparing for sustainable planting, and selecting mostly native plants for easy maintenance, beauty, and…
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Adding native plants in your Sonoma County home garden
UC Master Gardener Program of Sonoma County: Event

Native Plants in the Home Garden

Oct 11, 2025

 Are you a native plant enthusiast? We've got a special treat for you. Join us under the shade of the Sycamore trees at Petaluma Bounty Unity Garden. We're hosting a workshop all about California native plants and how they can transform your home landscape. We'll dive into the nitty gritty of…
UC Master Gardener Program of Sonoma County
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Hopland Research and Extension Center: Page

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How to Reach UsAddressHopland Research and Extension Center4070 University RoadHopland, CA  95449(707) 744-1424Driving DirectionsFrom downtown Hopland (intersection of Highways 101 and 175), take Highway 175 east toward Lakeport. Cross the Russian River and proceed through Old Hopland (East Hopland)…
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Wreath Workshop and Marketplace
UC Master Gardeners of Solano County: Event

Wreath Workshop

Dec 6, 2025

UCCE Master Gardeners-Solano present our annual holiday Wreath Workshop.  Saturday, December 6, 2025 from 1:00 to 4:00 pm.  The location is the Community Methodist Church at 1875 Fairfield Avenue in Fairfield.  There is a fee of $60 which includes access to greens, paddle wire, embellishments,…
UC Master Gardeners of Solano County
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UC Master Gardeners of San Mateo & San Francisco Counties: Event

Habitat Gardening for Pollinators

Nov 8, 2025

Description: Would you like to invite birds, bees and butterflies into your backyard? Have you considered adding California native plants to your garden? Not sure where to start? In this talk, UC Master Gardener Lynne Trulio will share tips and tricks to help you be successful in your own journey with native…
UC Master Gardeners of San Mateo & San Francisco Counties
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UC Master Gardeners of San Mateo & San Francisco Counties: Event

Pollinator Plants in Containers

Oct 11, 2025

Description: Invite birds, bees and butterflies into any size garden space by using container gardening techniques. In this talk, UC Master Gardener Cindy Burgdorf will share tips and tricks to help you be successful growing pollinator plants in containers for yards, patios, balconies and other outdoor…
UC Master Gardeners of San Mateo & San Francisco Counties
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