By Jodi Bay, UC Master Gardener of San Diego County “There’s nothing quite like the taste of a beautiful summer strawberry.” – William Katt Sweet and delectable, strawberries are many things to many people: a savory treat, a flavor that brings back summer memories, a food rich in anti-oxidants, or a fun way to introduce […]
Examine your setting, tools and your own form to ensure that you’re gardening safely By Jodi Bay & DeLayne Harmon (This article originally appeared in the February 8, 2025 edition of the San Diego Union-Tribune) Gardening is good for the mind, body and soul: It provides exercise, mental stimulation, community and beauty. The Centers for […]
UC site maps out a month-by-month checklist on preventative measures and management techniques By Jodi Bay (This article originally appeared in the January 11, 2025 edition of the San Diego Union-Tribune) It’s the beginning of 2025 and the cusp of another year of gardening. Gardening has seasons where plants grow best, flowers bloom, vegetables provide […]
By Namir Damluji Turmeric is a flowering plant with a golden-hued root that is native to Southeast Asia. It has been revered for centuries across cultures for its vibrant color, distinctive flavor, and numerous health benefits. The Turmeric plant Turmeric is a perennial plant belonging to the ginger family. The plant has large, broad leaves […]
By Suzanne Mullins Have a garden, landscape, or botanical question ? Contact the San Diego County Master Gardeners Hotline. Their answers are research-based, free, and available 24/7. Anyone can submit a question by phone (858 822 6910) or by email, using this link: Hotline – Master Gardener Association of San Diego County. Typical queries […]
