Garden Troubleshooting

UC Master Gardeners of Tuolumne County: Page

Hotline Gardening Questions

To get foothill-specific gardening advice, contact the UCCE County Master Gardener of Tuolumne County Hotline at: Phone: 209-533-5912 or Email: mgtuolumne@ucdavis.edu Master Gardeners do check the hotline on a frequent basis.

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Expert tips on how to manage common Sonoma County garden pest

UC Master Gardener Program of Sonoma County: Page

Common Sonoma County Pests in the Home Garden

Identification and Management of common pests of Sonoma County gardens recommended by University of California Master Gardeners of Sonoma County.

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UC Master Gardener Program: Page

Mulch

Mulching is a simple yet powerful tool for gardeners and landscapers. By applying mulch properly, you can enhance the health and appearance of your plants, reduce water use, and even improve the quality of your soil over time.

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UC Marin Master Gardeners: Page

Help Desk

The Marin Master Gardener Help Desk is a garden problem solving/information resource provided through the University of California Cooperative Extension for Marin County residents. PLEASE NOTE: If you are NOT a Marin County resident, please contact your county's local Cooperative Extension office.

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Lettuce field with fusarium resistance trial

UC IPM on the South Central Coast: Article

Tolerance of lettuce varieties to Fusarium wilt – 2024

February 24, 2025

By Alexander I Putman, Yu-Chen Wang, Christopher A Greer

Tolerance of lettuce varieties to Fusarium wilt 2024 Alex Putman, Yu-Chen Wang, and Chris Greer Summary Fusarium wilt of lettuce, caused by Fusarium oxysporum f. sp. lactucae (FOL), is an economically significant disease on the Central Coast of California.

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UC Master Gardener Program Statewide Blog: Article

Invasive Plants: What They Are and Why They Matter

February 24, 2025

By Lauren L Snowden

National Invasive Species Week (NISW) happens every year to raise awareness about the growing problem of invasive plants and animals in the United States.

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A person wearing rubber gloves using a spray bottle to spray pesticide on a rose bush outside.

Pests in the Urban Landscape: Article

Tips for Using Pesticides Safely

February 24, 2025

By Lauren Fordyce

At UC IPM we recognize pesticide safety education every month, but February in particular is National Pesticide Safety Education Month! Below are some simple tips for using pesticides safely to protect yourself, others, wildlife, and the environment.

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A person looking at a bottle of 20% acetic acid vinegar weed killer with a signal word DANGER.

Pests in the Urban Landscape: Article

Can I Use Vinegar to Control Weeds?

July 18, 2024

By Lauren Fordyce

Acetic acid, also known as vinegar, is used in products for weed control. Many people choose it because it is natural. However, acetic acid can damage skin and eyes, especially at concentrations commonly found in weed killers.

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