UC Master Gardeners- Diggin' it in SLO

Nasturtium By Alissa Bright UCCE Master Gardener Nasturtiums Tropaeolum majus /Tropaeolum minor Planting Area: USDA zones 2-11 Size: Parasol leaves grow to 6 in diameter, while majus vines can sprawl up to 20'. Minor stems are more compact and bushy; ideal for pots.

Banksea Rose By Polly Nelson UCCE Master Gardener Common Name: Lady Banks Rose Scientific Name: Rosa Banksiae Planting Area: Sunset zones 4-24 Size: 20 feet or more if allowed Bloom Season: Early to late spring Exposure: Full sun or light shade Pruning needs: Depends on placement, at least annually...

Apricots By Jutta Thoerner UCCE Master Gardener Prunus armeniacum Size of Tree: 6 to 35 feet high, depending on rootstock Bloom description and season: Apricot blossoms have five bright white petals that can sometimes be tinged with pink. Blooming time is in the spring.

Making Broth By Carol Michael, UCCE Master Food Preserver It is cold and gloomy outside. We need something to brighten our days. What do you recommend? Nora S., Paso Robles A favorite activity is preparing chicken bone broth. Make a stockpot or slow cooker full.

Guava Trees By Andrea Peck UCCE Master Gardener Guava Tree Psidium guajava Planting Area: Full Sun, USDA Zones 8-11 Size: up to 20' in height Bloom Season: Fall Fruit Season: Fall/Winter Exposure: Sensitive to frost/freeze. Pruning Needs: Yearly. Water Needs: Medium.