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Welcome to our blog, your source for research-based gardening information. The UC Master Gardener Program extends the University of California's rich agricultural knowledge to home gardeners across the state, promoting sustainable practices and environmental stewardship. We share seasonal tips, plant recommendations, pest management strategies, and stories of the amazing work UC Master Gardener Volunteers do in the community. Explore our articles to enhance your gardening skills, and you can always return to our main website for comprehensive resources, upcoming events, and ways to connect with UC Master Gardeners in your county.

Succulent plant sale
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Celebrating Fall Harvest Traditions with the UC Master Gardener Program

November 21, 2025
By Katherine Uhde
The Fall season is a vibrant and inspiring time for the UC Master Gardener Program. As the days grow cooler and gardens shift into their final burst of color and productivity, communities across Northern California come alive with celebrations of the harvest. Across the region, many UC Master Gardener…
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Many spindly, light green plants with bright yellow flowers growing close together.
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Invasive Species: Nature’s Troublemakers

November 14, 2025
By Lindsey Hack
California is famous for its scenic wilderness and biological diversity. Unfortunately, our state’s unique ecosystems are in danger, and invasive species are among the biggest threats to our environment. Invasive species can cause all kinds of environmental damage, such as harming wildlife, disrupting our…
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Multiple holes (shotholes) in bark of limb
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Invasive Pests Threatening California’s Trees

October 13, 2025
By Cherie Shook
A growing number of invasive pests are threatening our oak, sycamore, maple, and ash trees, even edible favorites like avocado are at risk. When trees are under attack, the first signs of trouble are easy to miss which can be detrimental to a tree’s health. It is important to monitor your trees regularly for…
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Huitlacoche or corn smut
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Hispanic Heritage Month - ¡Viva el Maíz! Celebrating Corn, Culture, and Community

October 8, 2025
By Kristian M Salgado-Jacobo
 Each year, Hispanic Heritage Month offers us a chance to pause and celebrate the rich traditions, resilience, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities in California. For the UC Master Gardener Program of Sonoma County, this celebration is rooted in the land — in the stories, seeds, and…
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Community Garden
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Growing Healthy Communities Together – Part 2: Advanced Gardening Skills Training in San Joaquin

September 23, 2025
By Katherine Uhde
In June, we introduced the CalFresh Healthy Living, UC (CFHL, UC) and UC Master Gardener Program Train-the-Trainer Partnership in Growing Healthy Communities Together.  Today, we offer a close-up of this unique collaboration in the form of an Advanced Gardening Skills knowledge share co-delivered…
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