Vegetable gardening | UC Master Gardener Program of Alameda County

Learn how to select and grow vegetables, including herbs and tomatoes. Learn seed starting, pest management, and how to plan your seasonal garden.

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You Can Grow Tomatoes in a Shady or Foggy Garden

If you have a shady or foggy yard, there are tomato varieties that will grow well! The key to growing tomatoes in cooler climates is to grow varieties with shorter maturity days or that produce a harvest in cooler temperatures.

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Choosing Tomato Varieties Best for Your Garden

March 10, 2024

By Diane Allen

Get expert tips on choosing tomatoes for your garden from the Master Gardeners of Alameda County. Find the best varieties for flavor, yield, and growth!

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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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Starting Seeds for Your Summer Garden Indoors

Learn how to start summer vegetable seeds indoors with expert tips for a successful garden. Learn why starting from seeds is better than getting seedlings.

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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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Cool Weather Vegetable Gardening: Late Summer or Early Fall is the Time to Plan and Plant

Learn tips for growing vegetables in fall and winter. Discover cool-weather crops, planting strategies, and care techniques for a thriving garden year-round.

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Growing Vegetables in a Small Space - 6 Tips You Can Use Today

Small spaces are bigger than you think. From these garden tips will grow a vegetable bounty from your small garden.

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How to start a culinary herb garden

January 22, 2025

By Patsy Babbitt

Discover tips for growing culinary herbs at home. Fresh flavors start in your own garden!

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It’s Time to Think About Your Winter Vegetable Garden – Planting Cool Weather Vegetables

August 31, 2024

By Jim Farr, Linda Carloni

The summer is when Alameda County residents should think about winter vegetable gardening. Get tips on what to plant, when, and how to prep your garden for a productive season.

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Planning your Spring Garden Now Will Pay Dividends Later

Plan your spring garden now for future beauty and bounty! Get tips on planning, reviewing garden history, choosing plants, seed starting, and more!

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