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News and information about sustainable gardening in Fresno County written by UC Master Gardener volunteers. For more information, visit the UC Master Gardeners of Fresno County website.

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It is peak season for citrus in the San Joaquin Valley. Enjoy! (Photo: Wikimedia Commons)
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This week in the garden: Dec. 27 - Jan. 2

December 27, 2024
A wide variety of citrus fruits brighten winter gardens and winter menus this month. Tasks Control cool-season weeds before they mature and go to seed. Plants planted last spring and fall may need water if rainfall has been inadequate.
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Store staples in glass or hard plastic containers to reduce the likelihood of finding or spreading pantry pests. (Photo: Pexels)
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Bugs in holiday cookies?!

December 20, 2024
In a recent TikTok video, a woman's holiday baking spree came to a halt when she discovered bugs in her flour. While initially alarmed, the woman was also intrigued.
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Divide your African violets now for more blooms in the spring. Follow link in 'Things to ponder' below. (Photo: Sue Bohigian)
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This week in the garden: Dec. 20 - 26

December 20, 2024
Plan now for New Year's resolutions for the garden. Check gardening books for ideas. Tasks Spray apricots and walnuts with horticultural oil and fixed copper. Provide frost protection. Move or cover tender plants. Use floating row covers or fabric, and uncover plants during the day.
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(Photo: Jeannette Warnert)
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Growing low-cost, organic fertilizer in the garden

December 20, 2024
Hairy vetch is going strong this winter in a small planting bed at the UC Master Gardener's Garden of the Sun, a demonstration garden in central Fresno. Hairy vetch, common vetch, sweet clover and crimson clover are types of green manure.
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