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Davidia involucrata
The Coastal Gardener : Article

Humboldt Botanical Garden Feature - Davidia involucrata

June 15, 2020
By Sherida J Phibbs
Also known as Handkerchief Tree or Dove Tree In the winter of 2008-2009 we planted 3 Davidia involucrata in the Moss Family Temperate Woodland Garden at Humboldt Botanical Garden. The trees were in 5 gallon pots so were quite small.
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Brussel Sprouts with Caramelized and Pine Nuts
The Coastal Gardener : Article

Brussels Sprouts with Caramelized Onion and Pine Nuts

June 15, 2020
By Sherida J Phibbs
3 tablespoons pine nuts 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided 1 cup onion, julienne 1 tablespoon minced garlic 1 pounds Brussels sprouts, stems trimmed, and sliced in half lengthwise 2 tablespoons maple syrup Water, as needed for cooking 1.
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Community Food Council
The Coastal Gardener : Article

Building Local Food Security through Cross-Counties Collaboration

June 15, 2020
By Sherida J Phibbs
Gardening nourishes our body, mind, and soul, and makes us healthy and happy. Watching tiny seeds are growing into the edible plants is both therapeutic and rewarding. However, gardening is not the cultural norm, and many of us do not have basic gardening knowledge and skills.
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mushroom clusters
Topics in Subtropics: Article

Much Found in Mulch

June 15, 2020
By Ben A Faber
Wandering around a mulched orchard is always an adventure. In the early days of commercial mulching of citrus orchards, it wasn't uncommon to come across golf balls, discarded wallets, and all kinds of things you would not want in your orchard.
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Photo of UC Master Gardener volunteer Ed Bass wearing a gardening hat and glasses, holding up a sign in his gardener reading "Well Done Amador"
UC Master Gardener Program Statewide Blog: Article

Growing Creativity in the COVID-19 Era (Part 1 of 4)

June 15, 2020
By Melissa G Womack
COVID-19 is having a tremendous impact on social, environmental, and economic conditions throughout the state of California and across the globe. Collectively we have endured a series of losses, from financial security to the lives of loved ones.
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Goodby to the pool
Spill the Beans: Article

Removed the Pool - Now What?

June 15, 2020
by Mel Kendall Last fall my husband and I decided to remove our in-ground pool. With the pool now gone our power bill has dropped exponentially. On the expected but not fully realized side is the resulting void.
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Nutria. [Credit: Tony Northrup]
Pests in the Urban Landscape: Article

Concluding Invasive Species Action Week

June 14, 2020
By Karey Windbiel-Rojas
In the last week, we have highlighted some invasive species that damage and threaten California's natural resources. If you missed any of our posts, click on the species listed below.
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French broom, <i>Genista monspessulana</i>, invading a hillside near Bodega Bay, California. (Credit: B Rice)
Pests in the Urban Landscape: Article

Invasive Spotlight: Brooms

June 13, 2020
Brooms are shrubs which were originally planted in California as ornamentals and for erosion control, but are now considered to be invasive weeds since they are highly competitive. They crowd out native plants and form impenetrable barriers to wildlife.
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Adult nutria with white muzzle and whiskers, and long, round tail.<br>(Credit: J Gross)
Pests in the Urban Landscape: Article

Invasive Spotlight: Nutria

June 13, 2020
Nutria are found near rivers, streams, lakes, ponds and wetlands. Their burrowing and feeding on vegetation can cause damage. In addition, they can carry pathogens and parasites.
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