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Photo of a bouquet with a variety of chrysanthemums from the garden.
The Savvy Sage: Article

Getting Acquainted with Heirloom Chrysanthemums

August 25, 2025
By Deborah Cunningham
 Article and photos by Pam McCabe - In September, potted or florist chrysanthemums (mums for short) start appearing in supermarkets and garden centers in hues of yellow, orange, brown, and burgundy. They are meant to be used for seasonal décor and discarded at the end of the season. They may…
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Photo of Tree Davis volunteers during a community tree planting event
The Savvy Sage: Article

Tree Davis: Creating a Sustainable Tree Canopy for Yolo County’s Future

August 25, 2025
By Deborah Cunningham
 Article by Lorie Hammond - As you walk Yolo County’s tree-lined streets, parks, and bike paths, you might take them for granted, with no notion of how they got there or are maintained. The purpose of this article is to laud the work of Tree Davis, a non-profit organization whose members have…
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soil
UC Master Gardeners of Ventura County: Event

What can we do to Protect, Improve and Nurture our Soils?/Simi Valley

Jan 24, 2026

What can we do to Protect, Improve and Nurture our Soils?Join the Ventura County Master Gardener, Dani Brusius, and learn about the importance of nurturing our garden's soil. The healthier the soil, the happier our plants will be. Learn about types of soil, soil texture and structure, soil amendments and…
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Photo of pokeweed with mature berries.
The Savvy Sage: Article

Recent Garden Observations

August 25, 2025
By Deborah Cunningham
 Article and photos by Peg Smith - I always give unknowns in my garden a chance to prove themselves before taking drastic action. For a couple of years, I have been cutting back what I finally decided had to be a perennial weed; in this case, I found that it was ‘pokeweed’ most likely deposited by…
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Photo of Madia elegans in bloom.
The Savvy Sage: Article

September Garden Tips and Vegetable Planting Guide

August 25, 2025
By Deborah Cunningham
 Article and photo by Peg Smith - As we ease into fall, September is a prime time for planning and planting.Ornamentals and AnnualsKeep up the deadheading and deep watering, your garden will produce a floral display well into the fall. Don’t be too eager to ‘neaten’ the garden. Many of our…
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potatoes/ pixabay
UC Master Gardeners of Ventura County: Event

Garden to Table Series – Growing Root Vegetables/Ventura

Nov 12, 2025

Garden to Table Series – Growing Root VegetablesUnlock the secrets to bountiful harvests of crisp carrots, tender beets, flavorful radishes and more with our "Growing Root Vegetables" class. Perfect your skills for cultivating an endless supply of these nutritious underground crops in Ventura's mild climate…
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Avos opn the Edge
Topics in Subtropics: Article

Check List After Avocado Fire

August 25, 2025
By Ben A Faber
After Fire in Avocado Orchards, Stop!Avocado orchards are often right in the thick of fire because of their location near wildlands. Every year many trees are fire damaged, but most trees don’t die, they get toasted. That’s because a fast-moving fire often only heats up the canopy and low hanging fruit…
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bright green growth on green stem of walnut tree
UCCE Central Sierra Agriculture: Article

Finish Walnut Season Strong for Best Crop Production

August 25, 2025
By Hardeep Singh, Luke K Milliron
September Walnut Orchard Tasks for Agriculture To-Do List  September is the time to focus on finishing the crop season well by protecting the kernel color and quality, keeping the insect pests in check, and setting the trees up for a stress-free winter. Irrigation and Nutrition Management in the…
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strawberry in a pot
UC Master Gardeners of Ventura County: Event

Green Spaces, Small Places: The Magic of Container Gardening/Ventura

Oct 8, 2025

Green Spaces, Small Places: The Magic of Container GardeningContainer gardening offers endless possibilities for every space and light condition, from sun-drenched patios to shady balconies. Whether you're passionate about growing fresh vegetables and herbs, creating a lush display of ornamental flowers, or…
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