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Apple

 Scientific NameMalus domesticaGeneral InformationApple trees are deciduous, attractive trees native to central Asia and cultivated worldwide. There are hundreds of cultivars, including many familiar names like 'Fuji' and 'Granny Smith.' Most apples need 500 to 1,000 chill hours in winter, although some…
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Olives in a bin
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Olive growers, enthusiasts invited to UC olive webinar April 4

March 14th, 2025
By Pamela S Kan-Rice
Growers and others interested in growing table olives or olives for making olive oil are invited to a California Statewide Olive Seminar on Friday, April 4. The online seminar, a series of presentations from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., is sponsored by the University of California Cooperative Extension and UC…
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Growing Blueberries in SCC 2024
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Blueberries

Garden Help > Fruits & NutsUC LinksHow to grow: Growing Blueberries in the Sacramento RegionPest management: Blueberries (written for commercial growers, but offers useful information)The BasicsWhen/how to plant:Late fall through winter, using 2–3 year old plants.Blueberries require acidic soil;…
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Fig

Garden Help > Fruits & NutsUC Links How to grow and Pest management: FigsSummary from Sonoma County: Figs, Figs, & More FigsThe BasicsWhen to plant: Early spring, while still dormantHarvest window: Many will yield fruit during two windows: May–June, then again August–October, depending on…
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Grapes

Garden Help > Fruits & Nuts How to grow: Growing Grapes in Your Backyard Video: Growing Table & Wine Grapes in Santa Clara County [1 hr 24 min] Pest management: Grape Overview of cane & spur pruning: Grape Pruning 101 When to plant: FebruaryMarch Harvest window: JulyOctober, depending on variety Fer...
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Grape Pests & Diseases

The University of California has an extensive Integrated Pest Management (IPM) website with a comprehensive section for grapes, including a year-round IPM program and guidelines. The UC IPM guidelines are an excellent source of information on managing pests.
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Quince

According to the California Backyard Orchard website, "quince fruits grow on a small tree or shrub (812 ft. tall) with twisted, bumpy branches. Grown as a flowering ornamental or for fruit processing. Adapted to many climates.
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Weed Control in Vineyards

Weed control in vineyards enhances the establishment of newly planted vines and improves the growth and yield of established vines.
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Cherry

Garden Help > Fruits & NutsUC Links  How to grow and Pest management: CherriesSummer pruning overview: Prune Apricot and Cherry Trees in AugustThe BasicsWhen to plant: January–early FebruaryHarvest window: May–June, depending on varietyFertilization: Nitrogen in…
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