Stanislaus

Succulent plants come in a plethora of sizes, shapes, and colors.

Starting around mid-August through September, both the Western Monarch and Eastern Monarch butterfly populations (Danaus plexippus) begin their long journey south from southern Canada and northern USA to their overwintering sites in coastal California and Mexico.

I've noticed over the years that by the end of August, gardeners like myself, and sometimes their gardens too, often reach a state of sticky, sweaty, overheated and aphid-covered exhaustion.

Curious about composting but not sure where to start? Tried composting in the past but gave up for various reasons?

When you see bees in your garden, you likely see primarily European honeybees, who are crucially important to the Central Valley's agriculture since honeybees pollinate 90% our almond crop.

August is here and summer vegetable plants are still growing strong.

Planning a camping trip? One item you can leave off your packing list is firewood. The slogan, Buy it Where You Burn it! is a catchy reminder to purchase firewood at your destination. By bringing wood from home, you can unknowingly spread invasive pests and diseases that can harm trees.

Our partnership with Stanislaus County Library continues! The librarians have been so helpful and welcoming, and attendees are saying great things about our Master Gardener instructors.

If you haven't stopped by to see our booth at the Stanislaus County Fair, this is the last weekend! Come visit our booth in front of the Floriculture building located just inside the fairgrounds near the Arch gate off 900 North Broadway in Turlock this Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, July 15-17.

Summer is here, and so is the Stanislaus County Fair! Our local University of California Cooperative Extension (UCCE) Master Gardener Program volunteers are excited to have a presence at the fair this year.