Under the Solano Sun

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Seasonal observations by UC Master Gardeners of Solano County

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Allergy Gardening 2

August 27, 2019
A lot of us have allergies. I seem to have allergies most of the year. So, it does make gardening a challenge at times when my eyes are watery, nose running and sneezing. But as gardeners, we continue to garden. There is a book written by Thomas Leo Ogren titled Allergy-Free Gardening.
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What's Bugging My Plants this Summer?

August 26, 2019
I have been trying to take really good care of all my plants this summer, doing all the things that they should like. The plants look healthy, but many have different types of leaf damage. The main culprits are Whiteflies, Harlequin Bugs, Earwigs, and Slugs/Snails.
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Gardening Challenges: Allergies and the Outdoors

August 23, 2019
A lot of us have allergies. I seem to have trouble most of the year. So it does make gardening a challenge at times when your eyes are watery, runny nose and sneezing. But as gardeners, we continue to garden. There is a book written by Thomas Leo Ogren titled Allergy-Free Gardening.
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The Book Corner

August 20, 2019
ALL NEW SQUARE FOOT GARDENING II One of the most instructive Final Project presentations made by a Master Gardener class in years gone by, was a wonderful introduction into the smaller-sized world of gardening known as Square Foot Gardening.
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MG Sally T instructing a Liberty High student. (photo by Monique Moench)
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Become a Master Gardener Volunteer

August 19, 2019
If you enjoy gardening, constantly learning more about gardening, and are interested in helping your local community, then consider becoming a UCCE Master Gardener.
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