The Basics of Pruning Pruning isn’t just about keeping plants tidy, it’s about enhancing the health, structure, and appearance of your landscape. With the right tools and a little know-how, you can promote stronger growth, reduce disease, and even increase flowering in your trees and shrubs.Pruning…
This week on In The Garden with UC Master Gardeners, MGs Teena Spindler and Katrina Kirkeby expound on the meaning of lazy gardening! Or, as we call today’s show, Low Effort Flower Gardens. These two ladies often talk about leaving on vacation and coming back to see PRESENTS all over their gardens! …
Vertebrate pests can pose a serious threat to the achievement of one’s “dream garden” by wreaking havoc on plants and vegetables literally overnight. They feed or gnaw on the roots of ornamental plants, vines, shrubs and trees, and even plastic water lines. In our area, pocket gophers, moles, voles and…
Planning a Raised Bed | Materials | Ground Preparation | Structure | Soil | Planting | Care and Maintenance | Fertilizer | Water | Pest and Weed ManagementWhy Choose Raised Beds?Raised bed gardening offers a wide range of benefits that make it a smart, enjoyable, and rewarding choice for gardeners of all…
Planting annual native wildflower seeds can be a relatively easy and inexpensive way to add native plants to your garden. The best time to plant is from mid-October into November. Water during dry spells between rains for optimal germination. You can extend the bloom season by continuing to sow from December…
California is almost ten years into the legislation, planning, and implementation of one of the most significant environmental plans ever developed. SB 1383 was passed in 2016 with the goal of diverting methane-producing organic waste from the landfills. This week on In the Garden with UC Master…
Nursery owners and landscapers are anticipating a slew of new environmental regulations to impact business as usual. Scientists from University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources brought these hot topics, and many others, to business owners’ attention at the 2025 California Nursery Conference…
Urban and suburban areas are important habitats for migrating birds, but birds can also quickly become a nuisance or economic issue when they nest on buildings, homes, and other structures. Their activities can result in disruptive noises, lead to potential structural damage, and their droppings can create…
“See that blue Iris over there? A lovely lady shared that with me. She just passed away and now it’s the first to bloom! It’s her smiling down on us today!!” Today on In the Garden with UC Master Gardeners, we fill your soul with happiness as we talk about what it means to give and receive precious…
Our Teaching and Demonstration Garden at the Windsor Community Garden is an excellent place to see UC Master Gardener principles come alive. This vibrant space reflects our strategic goal: creating healthy, resilient communities and environments through sustainable gardening practices. Here,…
