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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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This week in the garden: July 18 - 24

July 18, 2025
Forget the guilt about what’s going on outside. It’s not your fault that it’s hot!TasksCheck sprinklers and adjust timers weekly if necessary.Pre-irrigate to soften the ground for tilling in preparation for fall gardens.When the lawn needs mowing, mow cool-season grasses, such as tall fescue, to 3 inches and…
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Master Gardeners pick their favorite tomatoes

July 10, 2025
 With tomato season in full swing, Fresno County Master Gardeners gathered to taste test 15 of the tomato varieties that were propagated by Master Gardeners and sold to the public last spring. A few varieties grown by individual Master Gardeners were also rated. The clear winner of the poll was the…
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This week in the garden: July 11 - 17

July 10, 2025
Relax. Beat the heat with a cool beverage while enjoying your garden from indoors.TasksProtect developing tree fruit from birds and squirrels by placing netting over trees.Continue deep watering of fruit trees and citrus to insure a good fruit crop.Tie and train climbing plants, including those in the…
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Collecting and saving tomato seeds at home

July 4, 2025
Do you have a favorite tomato growing in your garden? Do you want to make sure that you can grow that delicious tomato every year? If you are willing to give a little time and effort (and love) you can save seeds from your favorite tomatoes to grow for the next season. Here is how!First - Select…
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