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Plant for Pollinators

May 1st, 2025
 Pollinators like bees, butterflies, moths, and birds play an important role in pollinating your vegetable garden and supporting a healthy ecosystem. However, habitat loss, disease, and pesticide use have contributed to the decline of these species. You can help pollinators by selecting a wide variety…
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Try Growing Nutritious Microgreens

April 23rd, 2025
 If you don't have outdoor space or want a fun indoor project, try growing fresh and nutritious microgreens. You can grow these tender and tasty greens year-round and enjoy them in soups, salads, sandwiches, stir fries and more. A minimal amount of space and supplies are needed. And you can harvest your…
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Weeds: Pros and Cons

May 1st, 2025
 The simplest definition of a weed is “a plant growing where it’s not wanted.” Most home gardeners prefer to not have weeds growing among their landscape plants and in their vegetable gardens. However, weeds do have many benefits. For instance, they can help to control soil erosion, provide food for…
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Check Your Pesticides

May 1st, 2025
 As of Jan 1, 2025, a class of pesticides called neonicotinoids have been banned for nonagricultural outdoor use as they have been linked to a decline in honey bees and other pollinators. Although the pesticides are no longer for sale at garden centers and retail stores, you might have them at your home…
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May 4 2025

Success with Houseplants

Do you love houseplants? Are you just getting started, and looking for ways to ensure your plants will thrive? Join this discussion to learn about common houseplants, and how to care for them and…
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May 7 2025

Laurel Street Container Garden Tour

Description: Join the UC Master Gardeners of San Mateo & San Francisco Counties for a free educational walking tour of the 25 round plant containers along Laurel Street. Learn how they selected…
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