Ongoing research

Most UC Master Gardeners are familiar with the term Integrated Pest Management, or IPM, but some may have recently learned about SPM, which stands for Sustainable Pest Management. How are these two terms similar and different, and how does this affect how we talk about IPM within UC ANR?How do IPM and SPM…

 There are many books devoted to California natives. Because our state is large and has many different habitats, from the sea to the highest mountains in the Sierras, from the cool northern part of the state to the deserts of Southern California, our plant life reflects this incredible diversity…

Dandelions can be an especially troublesome weed in lawns and landscapes. Once they're established, dandelions readily regrow from their deep taproot when only the tops are removed or mowed. Dandelions can regrow if even 1 inch of the taproot remains. The best way to get rid of dandelions is to control them…

IWP resources and issuesSince the launch of Integrated Web Project on March 24, the team has been addressing critical bugs – many of which were expected for a project of this magnitude and complexity (see Known Issues). Please read this roundup of key resources and current issues.IWP Training…