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Nasturtiums, violas, and calendula tucked in with edible greens and herbs
UC Marin Master Gardeners: Event

Rethinking the Lawn

Nov 12, 2025

Program: In this presentation, you will learn why lawns are not eco- friendly, watch a short video that shows the best method to easily eliminate one, and discover how to decide the best use for the space. We will discuss the latest in walkable green plants, plus a host of other possibilities that will…
UC Marin Master Gardeners
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irrigation setup
UC Marin Master Gardeners: Event

Updating and Repairing an Existing Irrigation System

Oct 18, 2025

Program: Keep your irrigation system in top shape with our class on updating and repairing existing setups. This hands-on session will dive into troubleshooting techniques and maintenance strategies for common issues encountered in irrigation systems. You'll learn how to identify worn components, implement…
UC Marin Master Gardeners
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honeybee
UC Marin Master Gardeners: Event

Habitat Gardening: Bring Birds, Bees & Butterflies to Your Yard

Oct 4, 2025

Program: A habitat is a place where wildlife such as insects, herps, birds, and even mammals can find food, water and shelter. But wild habitats are decreasing at an alarming rate, having a serious negative effect on wildlife populations everywhere. Learn how you can help reverse this trend by using plants,…
UC Marin Master Gardeners
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Yellowjacket
UC Marin Master Gardeners: Article

Managing yellowjackets in your garden

August 25, 2025
By Bonnie A Nielsen
 Ah, summertime in Marin! Long, sunny days, backyard barbecues, and—unfortunately—those uninvited guests at the picnic table: yellowjackets. These striped speedsters seem to have an uncanny knack for sniffing out your sandwich and making a beeline for your lemonade. But before you reach for the swatter,…
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Photo of a bouquet with a variety of chrysanthemums from the garden.
The Savvy Sage: Article

Getting Acquainted with Heirloom Chrysanthemums

August 25, 2025
By Deborah Cunningham
 Article and photos by Pam McCabe - In September, potted or florist chrysanthemums (mums for short) start appearing in supermarkets and garden centers in hues of yellow, orange, brown, and burgundy. They are meant to be used for seasonal décor and discarded at the end of the season. They may…
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Photo of Tree Davis volunteers during a community tree planting event
The Savvy Sage: Article

Tree Davis: Creating a Sustainable Tree Canopy for Yolo County’s Future

August 25, 2025
By Deborah Cunningham
 Article by Lorie Hammond - As you walk Yolo County’s tree-lined streets, parks, and bike paths, you might take them for granted, with no notion of how they got there or are maintained. The purpose of this article is to laud the work of Tree Davis, a non-profit organization whose members have…
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soil
UC Master Gardeners of Ventura County: Event

What can we do to Protect, Improve and Nurture our Soils?/Simi Valley

Jan 24, 2026

What can we do to Protect, Improve and Nurture our Soils?Join the Ventura County Master Gardener, Dani Brusius, and learn about the importance of nurturing our garden's soil. The healthier the soil, the happier our plants will be. Learn about types of soil, soil texture and structure, soil amendments and…
UC Master Gardeners of Ventura County
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Photo of pokeweed with mature berries.
The Savvy Sage: Article

Recent Garden Observations

August 25, 2025
By Deborah Cunningham
 Article and photos by Peg Smith - I always give unknowns in my garden a chance to prove themselves before taking drastic action. For a couple of years, I have been cutting back what I finally decided had to be a perennial weed; in this case, I found that it was ‘pokeweed’ most likely deposited by…
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Photo of Madia elegans in bloom.
The Savvy Sage: Article

September Garden Tips and Vegetable Planting Guide

August 25, 2025
By Deborah Cunningham
 Article and photo by Peg Smith - As we ease into fall, September is a prime time for planning and planting.Ornamentals and AnnualsKeep up the deadheading and deep watering, your garden will produce a floral display well into the fall. Don’t be too eager to ‘neaten’ the garden. Many of our…
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