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UC Master Gardeners of Solano County: Page

Ask a Master Gardener

Have a question about your garden? The UC Master Gardeners of Solano County are here to help!Our trained volunteers provide free, research-based advice on all aspects of home gardening, tailored to Solano County’s Mediterranean climate (Zones 9a, 9b, and 10a). We can help you:Identify plant problems, pests,…
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Lobo gris

El regreso del lobo gris a California ha creado una situación agridulce

March 3, 2026
By Leticia G Irigoyen
 Verlo pisar suelo californiano por primera vez en un siglo fue motivo de regocijo, pero a una década de haberse confirmado la  presencia de la primera manada de lobos grises en Sierra Valley, ese regocijo se ha convertido en un problema para las autoridades y ganaderos de la zona.El lobo gris, es…
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UC Master Gardeners of Solano County: Page

About Us

Welcome to the UC Master Gardener Program of Solano CountySince 1986, trained volunteers have helped Solano County residents grow healthy, thriving gardens using research-based information from the University of California. We are part of University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources (UC ANR),…
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Cooperative Extension Ventura County: Article

Topics in Subtropics Winter 2026

March 3, 2026
By Lindsey Torres
TOPICS IN THIS ISSUE Irrigation Practices and Water Management in Avocados Asphyxiation Cellulase Activity in Mulches Guava Pest Alert Putting Bees to Work to ID Sunblotch Field Trial Results You Can Use: Citrus Thrips Insecticide Research And three great workshops coming up 
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Where Are You Hiding Your Fairy Garden?

March 3, 2026
By Jennifer M Baumbach
Blog by Diana McLaughlin Bennett Where are you hiding your Fairy Garden?When my granddaughter was five years old, she came to spend the summer with me. We lived on the beach, so we would go in search of beach glass and sand dollars every day. She loved walking in the shallow water and yelping when a…
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Over the Fence (Alameda County): Article

Artificial Turf: What to Consider

March 3, 2026
By Judy Quan
Artificial Turf in the Home Yard and Garden Artificial turf has been in use since the mid-1960’s, and has gained in popularity in home landscaping as well as in community and commercial settings. Because of the  drought crises, artificial turf was  promoted as a low-water alternative to…
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UC Environmental Stewards: Page

Climate Stewards Partners

Below is an alphabetized list of partners that offer the Climate Stewards certification course by regions of California. Bay Area CanopyConservation Society of California - Oakland ZooPacific Grove Museum of Natural HistoryPoint Reyes National Seashore AssociationSanta Clara County ParksSierra &…
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