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Usually I write up little articles on plants I like, but this post is about a plant I've learned to detest since moving to Owens Valley: Virginia creeper. Virginia creeper (Parthenocissus quinquefolia) is related to grapes. Except for the obviously different foliage it has a similar growth pattern.

The Very Berry, Mulberry Morus species One way to id the different species is by looking at the leaves. They have alternate leaves. If the leaf is short and the base is heart-shaped then it's probably a Black Mulberry.

Now is that time once again and you'll hear what it takes to successfully plant and grow plant material which is sold, not in pots, but wrapped in plastic with limited moisture-retaining media. Proper planning is important so get your helpful hints here before venturing out to the garden center.

Avocado Laurel Wilt-Ambrosia Beetle (LW-AB) Workshop Date: Feb. 11, 2021 (Thursday) Time: 10:00AM-3:00PM (Eastern Standard Time) which is 7 AM to 12 PST Venue: Zoom; attendance limited so register early. You must register in advance for this meeting: https://ufl.zoom.

Every 4-H program runs a little bit differently, ours is no different. On a normal year; enrollments start in September, club meetings begin in October, and projects will begin at any time after October 1st. Clubs meet once a month thru June, on their designated day and time.

Virtual Statewide Walnut Series February 16 & 17, 2021 REGISTER: The virtual event is free to attend but registration is required...

Growers considering producing avocados in San Diego County with high-density plantings now have help to determine the economic feasibility.

The University of California is an essential economic engine for the state, contributing roughly $82 billion annually to California's economic output.

A $900,000 grant from UC Office of the President will establish a four-campus network of bee researchers and engineers to strengthen honey bee health and crop pollination.

Richard Rominger, former UC President's Advisory Commission member, passed away Dec. 20 in Winters. He was 93. In addition to his outstanding leadership at CDFA and USDA, Rich was always a great supporter and advisor to UC ANR.