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There are several advantages to planting bare-root trees: they are usually less expensive, easier for gardeners to transport, and they will grow their roots entirely into native soil (rather than having to transition from potting mix into dissimilar native soil). Also, the ideal time to plant bare-root…
Nearly everyone, from well-meaning beginners to experienced outdoor gardeners, has struggled at one time or another with a houseplant that seemed determined to die. Understanding the four basic needs of all houseplants can not only give you the knowledge you need to care for these plants, but also help you…
Laurie Meyerpeter, UC Master Gardener of Placer County From The Curious Gardener, Winter 2010Winter is my favorite season of the year. To me, it’s not barren and cold. It’s filled with expectancy and hope. Tree branches are bare of leaves but the buds are fat with life. The hills are green with winter…
Article and photos By Carol Koenig, UC Master Gardener of Placer County From The Curious Gardener, Summer 2022 Drought tolerant plants have been an important part of landscaping for hundreds of years. Some of the earliest examples could be found in fifth and sixth century Persian gardens as well as…
By Johanne Ryker, UC Master Gardener of Placer CountyQ: Is it too late to plant a vegetable garden?A: California has a unique vegetable growing climate, and we can grow many different types of vegetable crops throughout the year. Crops are classified as warm season or cool season crops. It is…
By Trish Grenfell, UC Master Gardener of Placer CountyQ: What is the difference between organic seeds and the old-fashioned regular seeds? A: Organic seed is harvested from plants that are grown organically. In terms of germination and seedling health, the difference is not drastic between…
By Trish Grenfell, UC Master Gardener of Placer County From The Curious Gardener, Summer 2022 Originally published in Auburn Journal, July 17, 2021 What is wrong with my tomato? Here are some things to look at: 1. Blossom drop: When daily temperatures are greater than 90 degrees and nights…
By Johanne Ryker, UC Master Gardener of Placer CountyQ: How much and how often should I be watering my vegetable garden?A: Gardens in our area normally require some irrigation, especially in summer. Irrigation that is inadequate will cause a significant reduction in productivity. However, water…
Laurie Meyerpeter, UC Master Gardeners of Placer County From The Curious Gardener, Fall 2010Fall has long been considered to be the BEST time to plant because it allows the plant to become well established before the heat of the following summer. It’s the best time to plant most native plants. It’s the…
