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UC Master Gardeners of Inyo and Mono Counties: Article

Common Questions about Eastern Sierra Soils

April 8, 2025
By Dustin W Blakey
Some questions continually resurface on the Inyo-Mono Master Gardener helpline. Hopefully your question is answered here! Additional soil resources can be found on our website, but this is a good page to start with.FAQsQ: My plants are dying. What fertilizer is missing? A: It is exceedingly unusual to…
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Cooperative Extension Ventura County: Page

4-H Latest News

Ventura County 4-H Youth Shine at Presentation DayVentura County 4-H youth recently took the stage to showcase their skills, confidence, and creativity at this year’s Presentation Day, as highlighted in a feature by Ventura Breeze. Presentation Day is a cornerstone of the 4-H experience, where young…
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UC Master Gardeners • Napa County: Event

A Wonderland of Aloes - Library Talk - Zoom

Event Date
Jul 3, 2025

A Wonderland of Aloes Are you a succulent fan? In addition to the familiar aloe vera, there are over 600 species in the aloe genus. Join the UC Master Gardeners of Napa County as we discuss several varieties of aloe species that grow well in Napa's Mediterranean climate.Note that the meeting will lock and…
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The Backyard Gardener: Article

Sowing Pelleted Seeds

April 8, 2025
By Dustin W Blakey
by Alison Collin Inyo-Mono Master Gardener Volunteer One of the most tedious gardening jobs at this time of year must surely be thinning seedling crops such as carrots and beetroot. If you have ever done this you must have experienced the dilemma of having a cluster of beautiful young plants that…
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4-H in Santa Barbara County : Document

Community Forms

Ready, Set, Submit! If you need help finding a resource or a document you can reach out to the 4-H Staff at your local UC Extension Office.Why 4-H Forms MatterIn 4-H, we believe in learning by doing—and doing it responsibly. From club enrollment to livestock projects and youth safety, our forms and…
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4-H in Santa Barbara County : Page

Resources - Santa Barbara

Whether you’re brushing up on skills, diving into a new project, or planning the ultimate club meeting, we’ve got you covered. We want to provide you with as much 4-H—tools, tips, and resources to help you grow, lead, and make the most of your 4-H adventure.Let’s make this season one to remember—full of…
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4-H in Santa Barbara County : Page

Support Santa Barbara 4-H

The 4-H Youth Development Program in Santa Barbara County is a volunteer-run program which provides educational programming to youth ages 5-19 in our county.All donations directly benefit the local 4-H program and provide opportunities for youth in the county to learn about healthy living, STEM,…
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4-H in Santa Barbara County : Page

Contact & Location

Ella Mitchell (part-time).Ella is a 4-H alumni, and enjoys sharing her passion for 4-H with members and volunteers. Key Responsibilities: Volunteer coordination, support, supervision  County 4-H Program policy and complianceProgram growth and expansionContact: enmitchell@ucanr.edu …
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Leaves and twigs make excellent additions to the compost pile. J.C. Lawrence
The Real Dirt: Article

Nurture the Soil

April 7, 2025
By Jeanette Alosi
When is soil more than just dirt?  When you want to grow healthy plants in your yard and garden, the soil is as important a factor as are water and sunlight.  You can improve your soil's ability to support thriving plants of all kinds by protecting it from compaction, amending it with nutrients, and adding…
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4-H in Santa Barbara County : Page

Four Leaf Clover Foundation

The Four Leaf Clover Foundation (FLCF) is an IRC§ 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation created to enhance, encourage and support youth development through the 4-H Youth Development Program in Santa Barbara County.  The current directors are present or former 4-H leaders, parents or alumni. FLCF works…
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