Summer Gardening in Alameda County | UC Master Gardener Program of Alameda County

Articles cover how to identify and manage summer pests, especially in our vegetable gardens. Here are practical ideas of how to water to fit the varied microclimates of Alameda County.

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Citrus Leafminer

Understanding citrus leafminer: Learn why this common pest causes cosmetic damage but doesn't harm your citrus trees.

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Common Summer Pests – Do It Yourself Plant Doctoring

Learn how to identify summer garden pests with DIY plant doctoring tips to protect your plants and maintain a healthy, thriving garden all season long.

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Collage 4 - Hornworm, Blossom End Rot, Catfacing, Sunscald

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Summer Tomatoes - How to Manage Common Problems

July 15, 2024

By Linda Carloni

Learn to identify and manage common tomato problems in Alameda County. Expert solutions for blight, pests, fruit issues, and plant diseases.

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Thirsty Plants and Watering in Times of Drought

Learn effective landscape watering strategies for drought conditions, helping conserve water while keeping plants healthy and thriving during dry spells.

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Types of sprinklers you may find in your garden, pipe tape and a riser

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Warm Season Irrigation Checklist

June 5, 2024

By Erin Wright, Diane Allen

Essential warm season irrigation checklist for Alameda County gardens. Test sprinklers, drip systems & timers to keep plants thriving all summer.

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Abnormally dark green grapefruit foliage from excess nitrogen (left), compared, with uniformly pale citrus leaves due to nitrogen deficiency

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Yellowing Citrus Leaves in Spring, Summer and Fall. What to Do?

April 14, 2024

By Judy Quan

Diagnose yellowing citrus leaves during spring, summer, and fall. Learn iron & nitrogen deficiency symptoms, causes, and effective treatment solutions.

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Battling Summer Vegetable Garden Pests: A Gardener's Guide

July 3, 2024

By Jim Farr

Master summer garden pests with safe, organic solutions. Expert guide covers aphids, caterpillars, earwigs & more.

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