Under the Solano Sun

golden yellow sunflower highlighted in a field of sunflowers against the blue sky

Seasonal observations by UC Master Gardeners of Solano County

Primary Image
Randomly popping up.
Article

The Forever Grape

June 26, 2023
Why is it that sometimes there are plants that you can't keep alive while at other times there are plants that you can not kill? This is a thought that runs through my head a lot as I work around my property.
View Article
Primary Image
photos by Bernadette Thomas
Article

Poem for Our Poppies

June 23, 2023
No one can compare to your brilliant brightness Your wild expressiveness encourages me to live life with a reckless abandon Your softness and how you way in the wind reminds me to live carefree You are bold and yet gentle Loud but peaceful Beautiful yet purposeful These are all the things you inspir...
View Article
Primary Image
photos by Michelle Davis
Article

Spicing It Up

June 22, 2023
It seems every day of the year has a celebration linked with it. June 10th is National Herbs and Spices day. Herbs are leaves that can add flavor to a dish, scent a space or be used medicinally or for religious rituals.
View Article