Since 2021 the UC Master Gardener Program of Sonoma County has partnered with the Press Democrat to publish a bi-weekly information gardening article for our community. See below for a list of recent articles.
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UC Master Gardener Program of Sonoma County: Article
Poinsettia popularity has grown in recent years, especially with the introduction of long-lasting cultivars.Even before the air takes a chill, holiday decorations begin appearing in window displays, at markets, and on front porches. One of the most popular decorative plants this time of year is the…
At this time of year, when the summer’s bounty of dahlias, zinnias, cosmos and roses have started to fade from memory, I find myself scouring the garden for colorful flowers to brighten up the indoors during winter’s longer nights. Luckily, a few years back I took a chance on planting Protea…
As daylight hours get shorter and summer temperatures become a memory, we may soon hear warnings of overnight frost and freezing temperatures. With all of the microclimates in Sonoma County, it’s difficult to predict the first frost date for your location. On average, the first frost date could be…
As you tackle fall garden cleanup that is crucial in November, consider leaving some fallen leaves in place. They create a natural mulch by returning nutrients to the soil and supporting beneficial insects and other invertebrates. Decaying leaves provide winter habitat protection from the elements…
When I first planted my backyard, my husband called my garden Death Row. I wanted to grow flowers and vegetables as my grandmothers had done and trees as my mother had done, but my efforts fell under the category “survival of the fittest.” Some plants lived, some died, very few thrived. I made…
