Please find the attached document to provide the previous week’s estimated water use report in terms of evapotranspiration for almonds, peaches, walnuts, established vineyard, alfalfa, and pasture in Stanislaus County. This report may be used as a guide in your irrigation schedule for the…
Aside from school field trips and volunteer days, we offer several u-pick and produce pop-up events throughout the year. Depending on produce availability, we typically offer several avocado pop-up sales, a pumpkin u-pick, a Fall veggie u-pick, a persimmon u-pick, a cherimoya pop-up sale, and a potato u-pick…
Information about facilities reservations can be found towards the bottom of the page.Our Research FacilitiesField, greenhouse, and lathhouse space are available to conduct research. We currently have approximately 12 acres of fallow field space available for research. All fallow fields are cover…
By Trish Ringley, UC Master GardenerLandscape Design with Defensible SpaceDefensible space is a carefully maintained area around your home that reduces the risk of wildfire reaching your structure. It works by limiting the amount of vegetation and other flammable materials near your home. This helps slow the…
The bumps on oak tree foliage and branches are galls caused by minute cynipid wasps, and do not harm people or the trees.TasksCut warm-season grasses short and over-seed with cool season grasses – annual or perennial rye or fine fescue. Better yet, let them go dormant to save water and mowing.Check and…
I love to walk among the colorful layers of leaves in foothill forests during the autumn months. Have you ever wondered what might be under those leaves? Insects! Some insects like the Monarch butterfly travel vast distances to their overwintering sites. However, the vast majority don’t go very far,…
The Basics of Pruning Pruning isn’t just about keeping plants tidy, it’s about enhancing the health, structure, and appearance of your landscape. With the right tools and a little know-how, you can promote stronger growth, reduce disease, and even increase flowering in your trees and shrubs.Pruning…
Fall gardening has always been a passion of mine. So many wonderful veggies and herbs love the cooler weather. By far my favorite things to plant in the fall are garlic and onions.Preparing your garden for your garlic and onions is relatively easy. Pick a nice level, sunny location in your garden or…
Visit Sherwood Demonstration Garden Sherwood Demonstration Garden is open the first Saturday of the month, November through February, weather permitting. Come and take a leisurely stroll through all 16 themed gardens. Docents are on-site to assist you with any questions regarding Sherwood Demonstration…
