The Savvy Sage

In May 2024, my husband Michael and I ventured to the south of Spain, focusing our travels on Andalusia. Our arrival in Crdoba coincided with the city's vibrant Spring festivals, a highlight of which is the renowned Patios of Crdoba competition, a cherished cultural tradition.

I've never been a fan of garden art. I get a kick out of it in other people's gardenstwee fairy abodes, a face attached to an oak tree like a huge Mr. Potato Headbut in my own garden, plants are serious business and there is no time for whirly birds or bunnies sporting blazers.

As the summer heat creeps up on us once again, we think about how to support our gardens to keep them growing and healthy with careful watering through our long hot days. Our plants and trees are not the only components of our gardens that need the support of water.

As spring ushers in warmer weather and longer days, it is the perfect time to embark on the journey of planting tomatoes. Whether you are a seasoned gardener or a novice with a green thumb, growing tomatoes can be a rewarding experience.

The 14th Annual Farm Connection Day (FCD) was held on May 3, 2024; where over 1,400 Yolo County K-6th graders converged on the Yolo County Fairgrounds for a half-day of food and agricultural related fun and exploration. By comparison, this event only had ~600 registered participants in 2019.