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Hands cradling a stick insect (walking stick) at the Bohart Museum of Entomology.

The Young Entomologists

March 3, 2026
By Kathy Keatley Garvey
 The young entomologists staffing the display tables at the Bohart Museum of Entomology during the 15th annual UC Davis Biodiversity Museum Day couldn't have been more passionate as they talked about the insects they study.Background: The Bohart Museum was one of the 12 museums and collections showcased…
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New Topics in Subtropics Newsletter Available

March 3, 2026
By Ben A Faber
Topics in Subtropics Winter 2026 Primary tabs Irrigation Practices and Water Management in AvocadosAsphyxiationCellulase Activity in MulchesGuava Pest AlertPutting Bees to Work to ID SunblotchField Trial Results You Can Use: Citrus Thrips Insecticide ResearchAnd three great workshops coming up …
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UC Master Gardeners of Solano County: Page

Gardening Resources

Welcome to gardening in Solano County! Whether you're just starting or have years of soil under your fingernails, you're in the right place. This page brings together research-based resources tailored to our Mediterranean climate and growing zones (9a–9b and 10a).Start with the UC Master Gardener Gardening…
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UC Master Gardeners of the Lake Tahoe Basin: Event

Central Sierra: Home Grown Tahoe - High Elevation Edible Gardening in Spring | South Lake Tahoe

May 16, 2026

Learn about planting tough Tahoe varieties Join the UC Master Gardeners of Lake Tahoe for a hands-on guide to high elevation edible gardening in spring. We are focusing on the "Tahoe Tough" varieties that can handle our crisp spring nights and short growing window. In this class you will learn how to…
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lady beetle larvae crawling on a leaf
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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white flower with lots of yellow stamens called Carpenteria californica
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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