The Savvy Sage

two purple sage flowers with a green background of foliage

A Master Gardeners blog to: Educate, Inspire, and Ignite Knowledge.

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Barely fitting in the nest

Hummingbirds

February 9, 2024
Humanity is separated into those who gaze skyward and those who cast their eyes downward. I fit into the first category. This perspective allows me to uncover some of nature's hidden treasures.
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Sunday Sunlight, Poe's Gardens, Madras by Ravages is licensed under CC BY-NC-SA 2.0.

Maximizing Microclimates in Your Garden

February 6, 2024
Understanding the microclimates within your garden can unlock new possibilities for plant growth and diversity. Microclimates, small environmental pockets within a larger area, significantly influence the success of your home garden.
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It's Dandy-I'm Not Lyin'

February 2, 2024
When I was growing up in Southern California, one plant more than any other fascinated me. I knew the dandelion was a weed, but it was such a mysterious weed! In its flowering stage, Taraxacum officinale (T. officinale) dotted lawns, parks and schoolyards with its bursts of bright yellow petals.
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