The Stanislaus Sprout

The University of California Cooperative Extension (UCCE) Master Gardener Program is planning exciting courses for the public for spring, summer, and fall of 2019! Two classes are happening next month: April 11, Growing Herbs for Beginners April 29, Planting the Right Tree or Shrub for your Landscap...

In our previous blog, we posted a Pollinator Quiz. How did you do? Check the answers below to find out. Please post your responses in the comments section, or reply to the post on our Facebook page.

You may have heard a lot of buzz about pollinators lately. Declining pollinator numbers have caused concern among gardeners in California, prompting them to ask the UCCE Master Gardener program how it can help.

Just like humans, pests need food, water, and shelter to live. Unfortunately, we may unknowingly attract and even invite them to live in and around our homes! Pest Attractors and Supporters Some pests prefer to live outdoors, while others like the ambiance inside your garage or home.

When planning your spring garden, one of the first decisions you must make is whether to use those seeds you saved from last year.