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Some seeds don't take much to germinate but others may take a little coaxing. Key is consistent water (soil moisture). Learn from the best here on In the Garden with UC Master Gardeners. Learn more and listen to "In The Garden" radio show podcasts.

What some consider a nuisance at picnics or unbearable in places like the South or even Alaska can really be deadly if they carry certain diseases like West Nile, malaria, or dengue.

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What used to be called a wild bird sanctuary run by the Audubon Society in the 50's and 60's, it has just recently been acquired by ENC (The Environmental Nature Center - a Newport Beach gem. Check the website encenter.org/tucker/ for opening plans.

Trim back just about anything when the flowers fade to keep the garden tidy, encourage more flowers, and prevent reseeding. UC Master Gardeners are at the Orange County Fair until the 15th ready to answer your gardening questions. Learn more and listen to "In The Garden" radio show podcasts.