Transitions are happening. Natives are slowing down and tropicals are taking off. Weed out volunteers where they do not belong. Look ahead and plan for that Giant Pumpkin for the fall. Gardening is all about seasons.
Think again! This week on In the Garden with UC Master Gardeners, you can learn lots of tips and tricks to grow veggies and ornamentals in small spaces.
It is no wonder the African Violet is the #1 houseplant on the market today. Hybridizers have developed violets to bloom as they do year-round in such colors as purple, blue, pink, white with new colors and blends of colors coming out regularly.
Today, Karen shares what she has discovered with you, our gardening audience. Would you like to get updates from the Orange County Master Gardeners? Hear about what we are doing in the community Receive the "Garden Beet". A quarterly gardening newsletter.
Deadhead (remove spent flowers) to keep your garden fresh and clean. April is the month to start watching for caterpillars and worms and keep them in check. They can wreak havoc if left to go uncontrolled. However, care must be made to safeguard the beneficial birds and such that feed on them.
