Collards are a cool season vegetable grown for their leaves. They do not form a head like cabbage.
Direct seed or transplant February–April (maybe May) or September-October (maybe August).
If growing from seed for transplanting, expect six weeks for the plants to be ready.
Turnips are a cool season root vegetable that grow best between 50–65°F. Higher temperatures may produce strong-flavored roots. The leaves are also edible and are referred to as "turnip greens".
Central Sierra Master Gardeners list of UCANR publications for home gardening, including native plants, deer resistant plant list, bee-friendly garden recipes, composting, vegetable gardening, proper fertilizing, more!
The application process for the UC Master Gardeners of Merced County's 2026 Training Class is now open. Any Merced County adult resident with an interest in horticulture (plants, lawns, trees, vegetables and more) and public service are encouraged to apply for the Master Gardener Program.
Lake Lagunitas. Photo: Wikimedia Commons A watershed is all the land that drains to a particular stream, river, or bay. All land, from the wildest preserve to the most densely developed urban neighborhood, is part of a watershed.
Got pests or other problems and want to know how to manage them? Here are some of the most frequently asked about and most common plant problems and pests in Marin.
Planting in containers opens up a whole new range of possibilities whether growing plants indoors or out, ornamental, or edible, from tiny succulents or large shrubs.
Soils vary greatly from one place to another, even in your own garden. No matter how much work you do in your garden, all may be in vain if the quality of your soil is poor. Listed below are some things you can do to get to know your soil.
Composting is the process of turning kitchen and yard waste and other organic materials into a decomposed soil amendment. It is a natural process that provides beneficial microbes and is a key ingredient in organic gardening and farming.
May is a good time to repot Cymbidium orchids. Photo: Creative Commons Maintenance and prevention Check hose fittings for spent washers and leaks. Ensure hose has a shut off valve or other water conserving feature. Aerate and fertilize lawn areas using an organic fertilizer.
