Under the Solano Sun

golden yellow sunflower highlighted in a field of sunflowers against the blue sky

Seasonal observations by UC Master Gardeners of Solano County

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Vase Set up for floral arrangement.
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Using Plant Materials for Decorating

February 10, 2024
I love crafting and decorating. I also love nature and being around plants. So, when I can combine my two loves, life is even better. I am not a florist, but I have picked up some tips over the years. Some of the best, have been from other Master Gardeners.
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Cover Crop Seedlings in Garden Bed 2 - Al Alvarado
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Winter Cover Crops-Part 2

February 7, 2024
In the lastblog, I wrote about my decision to not plant any vegetable plants this winter season. I instead opted to plant cover crops since it was already late in the season, and I have limited time for garden maintenance over the next few months.
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photo by Mike Gunther
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Watery Miku

February 6, 2024
A rainy New Year awakens Bringing future life to garden and landscape plants Get ready for these planting adventures...
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photo by Alex Russell
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When Free Shipping For Seeds Isn't Really Free

February 5, 2024
Since the pandemic, the price of seeds has gone way up. This increase is across the board, and in some cases it's no different than the higher prices for our groceries and shirts and sneakers and most other things we buy.
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