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The Latest Dirt - Nov 2022

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Speakers Bureau Webinars are Hits!

November 16th, 2022
When the Speakers Bureau Speaks, People Listen! Here is what our audience is saying in return Beginning gardener here; thanks so much for all this amazing information. Great job all! Amazingly knowledgeable speakers! This has been an exceptionally informative, practical, and helpful seminar.
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School Gardens Swing into Cooler Seasons

November 16th, 2022
As the cool autumn breeze blows and the leaves change color, fall activities are in full swing in schools, along with preparations for a successful winter garden. School gardens take center stage at this time, with harvest festivals and educational activities.
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Who’s Shining the Light?

November 16th, 2022
Theres a hidden treasure in Contra Costa County. No, its not buried deep in a cave in the hills or in the lair of a fire-breathing dragon. Its spread out over the whole 716 square miles of this county.
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Rivertown Demo Garden Gets a Makeover

November 16th, 2022
I caught up with busy Lisa Bramblet the other day to talk about all of the exciting changes that are happening or are about to happen at the Rivertown Demonstration Garden.
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Peach Tree Starts Flowering in October

November 16th, 2022
Clients question I have a peach tree I planted two years ago. Last spring it had many blossoms until there was a cold snap. Then only one blossom managed to make a fruit. I was just looking at the tree and noticed it has a dozen or so blooms (in October!).
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