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This ever-popular event is Sat., Sept. 18 and will feature 15 Carlsbad gardens, including a community garden, and the Master Gardener Demo Garden at the Flower Fields.
As this could be our hottest month, take care of yourself, not just your plants, when you’re gardening.  
If you live inland, you might get in one more round of summer veggies, and if you live on the coast, you can start your fall veggie seeds.
Pest Note: Ants in My Plants
(and everywhere else)!
Ants are among the most prevalent (read annoying!) pests in households. They seek food and water, and hot weather tends to bring them into our homes even more. 

Question:

My asparagus has grown so much it’s taking over my whole garden.  Should I cut it back or let it take over?
Welcome to Our New Master Gardener Association Program Coordinator
The San Diego Master Gardener Program is excited to welcome Leah Taylor as its new administrator. Leah brings an impressive variety of experiences in horticulture and entomology including as Education Coordinator and Research Associate.  
Add These Show-Stopping Blooms to Your Garden
Learn why the popularity of Epiphyllum hybrids is ever increasing. 
Heirloom Tomatoes – What to Know and How to Grow Them
Even in our fractious world, everyone can agree that a homegrown tomato is the best. Did you know there are 7,500 varieties?
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Master Gardener Association of San Diego County supports the University of California Cooperative Extension Master Gardener Program of San Diego County.