Master Gardener Monthly Newsletter
June 2022
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San Mateo County Fair
San Mateo Event Center
1346 Saratoga Drive
San Mateo, CA, 94403
June 4-12, 2022
UC Master Gardeners from the San Mateo and San Francisco Counties Master Gardener Program will be hosting unique garden displays at the San Mateo County Fair. Master Gardeners will be onsite in the Expo Hall from 2:00pm to 5:00pm to greet visitors, answer questions and provide information on all Master Gardener programs. View the County Fair website for more information.
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Summer in your Garden
June/July/August Checklists
UC Master Gardeners
View seasonal checklists from our main website. From the header bar, select "Resources" then select the season of your interest from the dropdown list. For the current season, read more.
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Plant Selection
UC Master Gardeners
Understanding your climate zone and microclimate conditions are central to successful gardening. Microclimates in the San Francisco Bay Area range from cool coastal fog belts to hot inland sun belts. Fortunately, we can pinpoint conditions like climate zones (Sunset Western Garden Book), plant hardiness zones (U.S Department of Agriculture), heat zones (American Horticultural Society), rainfall and drought conditions (National Weather Service and California Department of Water Resources). Read more.
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San Mateo Arboretum Society Plant Clinic
UC Master Gardeners
San Mateo Arboretum Kohl Pumphouse
101 9th Avenue
San Mateo, CA 94401
June 5, 2022, 11:00am-2:00pm
Master Gardeners will be available in person to answer your questions from general information to advice about specific problems. Bring samples of your problem plants for better diagnosis. If you suspect insect damage, try to include some of the insects so they can be correctly identified. No registration required.
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Laurel Street Container Garden Walking Tours
UC Master Gardeners
Wells Fargo Bank at 632 Laurel Street
San Carlos, CA 94070
June 5 and 15, 2022, 10:00am-12:00pm
Join the UC Master Gardeners of San Mateo/San Francisco Counties for a free educational walking tour of the 25 round plant containers along Laurel Street in San Carlos. Learn how we selected the wide variety of beautiful plants, and how to plant and care for them. The tour begins in front of the Wells Fargo Bank building on Laurel Street at 10:00am and will last approximately two hours. Each tour is limited to eight people. Masks optional. We suggest a hat, comfortable shoes, and water. Registration required.
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Vegetable Gardening in a Time of Drought
UC Master Gardeners
Lyngso Gardening Materials
Zoom presentation
June 8, 2022, 10:00am-11:30am
Most of California was dry farmed before irrigation systems were common. Zoom in and learn about what crops can tolerate little to no water, bring back some tried-and-true practices, and learn about ways to grow more food using the same amount of water by incorporating techniques, tips and tricks like hydro-zoning, mulching, cover cropping, companion planting and regularly checking your irrigation system. Registration required.
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San Carlos Library Plant Clinic
UC Master Gardeners
San Carlos Library
610 Elm Street
San Carlos, CA 94070
Every Tuesday, 9:30am-11:00am
Master Gardeners will be available in person every to answer your questions from general information to advice about specific problems, although in this garden we specialize in native plants. Come enjoy the native plant garden, and find out which plant is the right plant for you. No registration required.
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Unlocking the Magic of California Native Plants in Your Garden
UC Master Gardeners
Foster City Library
1000 East Hillsdale Boulevard
Foster City, CA 94404
June 18, 2022, 10:30am-12:00pm
Designed with the home gardener in mind, this workshop will explore the beauty of California native plants, discuss how important they are for our pollinators and wildlife, and discover how to add California native plants to existing home gardens. Registration required. The registration link may not be active at the time of this newsletter publication; please keep checking the website.
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San Carlos Library Native Plant Garden Tours
UC Master Gardeners
San Carlos Library
610 Elm Street
San Carlos, CA 94070
Every 3rd Sunday, June to October, 1:00pm-4:00pm
The San Carlos Library Native Plant Habitat Garden was established in 2019, and is a demonstration garden reflecting the use of low-water plants without the usage of chemicals, pesticides, or fertilizers. In addition to the aesthetic appeal of this low-maintenance garden, the habitat features invite native birds, bees, butterflies and other fauna to live, interact and support each other in this environment. The Herb Garden is divided into several sections which are Mediterranean, California Native, Latin, Mint, and Eastern. It is a venue to demonstrate how to grow and care for a variety of herbs, and the goal of this garden is to explore by using touch, smell and taste. No registration required.
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Wood Container Sealants that are Non-Toxic
Hunker
Container gardens are a suitable option for gardeners with limited space, poor soil conditions or non-traditional gardening practices. Planter boxes are constructed from a range of materials including wood, metal, porcelain and clay. Wood planters can be made specifically for the purpose of garden plants, but some are also repurposed. Wood barrels, boxes and other containers must be sealed and prepared before planting. Read more.
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Harvest for Neighbors
UC Master Gardeners
Gathering surplus food from neighborhood gardens, various farmer’s markets, community gardens, public and private fruit trees, and hosting a space where this bounty can be shared with all is an effort being accomplished by many organizations. If your fruit tree or vegetable garden has an over abundance, please think about sharing with others in need. Read more.
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PLANT PROBLEM DIAGNOSTIC TOOL
Choose the affected plant from photos displayed, click on the photo, remove any selections that do not apply, click on the plant names, and continue to filter selections to view the results for a possible diagnoses. Learn more.
GARDENING RESOURCES
Select links to access gardening resources, California Backyard Orchard, Integrated Pest Management (IPM), publications, and finding a local Master Gardener program. Learn more.
ARBORETUM ALL-STARS
Do you need help picking plants for your sustainable home garden? Selecting from the “Arboretum All-Stars” list is an easy way to start making “green” choices for your great looking garden. Arboretum All-Stars are top plants recommended by the horticultural staff of the UC Davis Arboretum. They thrive in California’s Mediterranean climate and have qualities that make them great choices for sustainable home gardens. Use a searchable plant database to pick the perfect All-Star for your garden conditions. For more information, view their website.
NATIVE PLANT RESOURCES
Looking for plants native to California that are not only pretty but are pollinators and drought resistent? A few resources are: Xerces Society, California Native Plant Society, and Calflora, Or try a native plant database for plants within your zip code. This website will help you find the best native plants specifically for your area that attract butterflies and moths and the birds that feed on their caterpillars, based on the scientific research of Dr. Douglas Tallamy and Research Assistant Kimberley Shropshire.
CALIFORNIA INVASIVE PLANT COUNCIL
Browse the website to see all plants on the California Invasive Plant Council inventory, including both invasive plants and “watch” species. Clicking on the scientific name will take you to the Plant Profile where you will find links to more information on the plant.
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Do you need help with your garden? Have a pest problem? Curious about what will grow well in your region?
Please provide the following information to facilitate a prompt response:
- Name
- City of residence/zip code
- Email
- Phone, best time to call
- Description of problem/question -- for plant the type/age of plant, what damage/problem looks like (include location, sun exposure, irrigation type, fertilization, insecticide application)
- Please attach photos, if available (overall plant, views of pest, leaves, etc.)
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