County Director
UC Cooperative Extension
145 Tozer St. Suite 103
Madera, CA 93638
Office Phone: (559) 675-7879
Fax: (559) 675-0639
Madera County Master Gardener Program
September 15th to October 15th
Madera MG info sign ups
Sign up for UCANR Madera Master Gardener E-List 24.25. Receive e-mails about special events or classes.
If you have a question about home gardening, please contact our Master Gardener Helpline./ mgfresno@ucanr.edu
Send us a brief description of your problem and a photo if you can.
"Three Sisters" Garden
The Three Sisters Garden is open and Master Gardeners are there working on Tuesday mornings. 8:00 to 10:00 during hot weather.
Thank you Madera Library Ignacio Negrete and Krista Riggs for the wonderful video of the Three Sisters Garden!
Click here to watch our latest video about the Three Sisters Garden.
Iris sales and pick up information
There are over 250 varieties of iris at the Three Sister Garden.
Pick up of iris ordered will be on September 10th and 14th from 8:00 am to 11:00 am
Contact: Kathy Sierra for questions about iris, orders or pick up 559-674-1225
This sale of iris supports the Madera Master Gardener program and the Three Sister Garden.
TO ORDER OR VIEW THE ONLINE IRIS SALE FORM, CLICK HERE!
Thank you
Sierra Senior Garden classes
4th Friday of the Month.
1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Sierra Senior Center
49111 Cinder Lane, Oakhurst, CA
No registration needed
Contact:
EPA Issues Emergency Order to Stop Use of Pesticide Dacthal to Address Serious Health Risk
EPA has issued an emergency order suspending the registrations of all pesticide products with DCP
We wish to inform you that the EPA has issued an emergency order suspending the registrations of all pesticide products that contain DCPA (dimethyl tetrachloroterephthalate), also known as Dacthal. This order will prohibit the use of existing stocks of DCPA for any purpose, effective immediately. This decision has been made in response to its identified health risks, recent health assessments, and safety evaluations that highlight the potential dangers associated with DCPA.
Disposal Instructions:
To ensure safe and responsible disposal of any existing DCPA products, please follow these guidelines:
- Do Not Use:Cease any use of DCPA immediately. Do not apply or handle this substance further.
- Contain and Store:Store any remaining DCPA in its original container, securely closed, and in a cool, dry place away from children and pets.
- Contact Local Authorities or Hazardous Waste Vendor:Reach out to your local waste management authority or your hazardous waste vendor for information on designated drop-off locations or scheduled collection services for hazardous materials.
- Follow Proper Disposal Procedures: Ensure that the disposal process adheres to all local, state and federal regulations concerning hazardous waste.
For further information, please consult the EPA emergency order: https://www.federalregister.gov/public-inspection/2024-17431/emergency-order-suspending-the-registrations-of-all-pesticide-products-containing-dimethyl.
Upcoming classes and workshops
| Event Name | Date |
|---|---|
| Growing Iris Madera MG | 9/28/2024 |
| GROUNDCOVERS AND HARDSCAPES Fresno | 10/5/2024 |
| Magic of Mulch Fresno | 10/12/2024 |
| FROM MOUNTAINS TO DIRT: A TASTE OF FRESNO SOILS | 11/9/2024 |
| UNDER THE SPELL OF SUCCULENTS Fresno | 11/16/2024 |
| WREATHS AND SWAGS Fresno | 12/7/2024 |
| ORCHARD PRUNING BASICS Fresno | 12/14/2024 |
Fresno Garden Green BLOG
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Gnats in your houseplants?
If you've noticed tiny, dark insects flying around your houseplants, you likely have fungus gnats. These tiny flies can be a nuisance indoors and may also damage your plants. Fungus gnats lay their eggs in moist soil and their larvae feed on plant...
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This week in the garden: Sept. 20 - 26
Enjoy the last flush of blooming roses along with the bounty of the fall harvest. Tasks Adjust watering systems as weather cools. Remove and dispose of any fruit and nuts that cling to the tree. To discourage spider mites, spray hedges and shrubs...
UCANR Master Beekeeper program
Wondering if beekeeping is right for you? We recommend to start by asking yourself these 9 Questions to Ask Yourself Before you Start Beekeeping.
Our mission is to disseminate science-based information to stewards and ambassadors for honey bees and beekeeping. This includes local, state, and federal regulatory information like the California State Apiary Act.
Explore Valley Gardens
National Garden Week is the nation’s biggest celebration of gardening and raises awareness of the difference that gardens can make in a community. Explore Valley Gardens works to inspire others to experience the joy of these beautiful green spaces.
To learn more visit their website click here to start
Explore Valley Garden's Passport