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Welcome to our blog, your source for research-based gardening information. The UC Master Gardener Program extends the University of California's rich agricultural knowledge to home gardeners across the state, promoting sustainable practices and environmental stewardship. We share seasonal tips, plant recommendations, pest management strategies, and stories of the amazing work UC Master Gardener Volunteers do in the community. Explore our articles to enhance your gardening skills, and you can always return to our main website for comprehensive resources, upcoming events, and ways to connect with UC Master Gardeners in your county.

UC ANR's Black History Month Flyer features a keynote Sonia Lewis (Founder of Ascribe Educational Consulting). Sonia will give a talk called "The Black Lived Experience is a Matter of History." UC ANR The Black History Month Planning Committee members are Keith Nathaniel, Esther Mosase, and LeChe McGill.
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UC ANR Celebrates Black History Month

February 2nd, 2021
By Marisa A Coyne
In February of each year, the University of California joins organizations across the country to mark Black History Month, a celebration of achievements by Black Americans and a time to recognize Black History as American history.
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Tips to Keep Your Garden Soil Healthy

December 17th, 2020
The first week of December is California Healthy Soils Week. To help "celebrate" the occasion, I was asked to give a lecture on some tips to keep your garden soil healthy. If you're the type that likes to watch videos, then you can watch the recording.
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Healthy Soils Week Celebration and Learning Opportunities

November 23rd, 2020
By Lauren L Snowden
Learn and celebrate Healthy Soils Week with the UC Master Gardener Program and the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA), Nov. 30 Dec. 4! Healthy Soils week is full of virtual activities, at-home projects, and LIVE talks to join.
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Nine people stand on a wood chip covered garden path, behind a post, engraved vertically with the words welcome home.” A small American flag is mounted atop the post. One person holds garden shears, poised to cut through a translucent red ribbon being held by eight other gardeners.
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Honoring our Veteran Gardeners

November 9th, 2020
By Melissa G Womack
On November 11, we recognize Veterans Day (originally known as Armistice Day), the end of World War I, and the armed forces' contributions. The stories below profile UC Master Gardener Program projects in Northern and Southern California that make a difference to those in the veteran community.
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