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Welcome to our blog, your source for research-based gardening information. The UC Master Gardener Program extends the University of California's rich agricultural knowledge to home gardeners across the state, promoting sustainable practices and environmental stewardship. We share seasonal tips, plant recommendations, pest management strategies, and stories of the amazing work UC Master Gardener Volunteers do in the community. Explore our articles to enhance your gardening skills, and you can always return to our main website for comprehensive resources, upcoming events, and ways to connect with UC Master Gardeners in your county.

Man standing in his garden surrounded by tomatoes.
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Bring on the Tomatoes! 5 Common Tomato Problems and Solutions

August 11, 2023
By Melissa G Womack
Almost any home gardener will tell you that one of the most versatile and rewarding plants to grow in a summer edible garden is a tomato. In fact, a 2023 study by the National Gardening Association revealed that 86 percent of gardeners grow tomatoes.
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Truck bed filled with colorful, harvested vegetables: beets, eggplants, tomatoes, acorn squash, spaghetti squash, pumpkins, carrots and butternut squash.
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Winners of the 2023 UC Master Gardener Search for Excellence

June 23, 2023
By Lauren L Snowden
I am thrilled to share the winners for the 2023 UC Master Gardener Search for Excellence competition. The exceptional projects that have risen to the top truly captivated the judges and inspired them with their innovation, engagement, and commitment to service.
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