By Namir Damluji, UC Master Gardener of San Diego County (This article was originally published in the March/April edition of California Gardens) Some trees just feel right in California, and the olive tree (Olea europaea) is definitely one of them. With its silvery gray-green leaves, gnarled trunk, and quiet dignity, an olive tree looks like […]
By Linda Stewart, UC Master Gardener Have you ever wondered who we are? What we do? Where we get our information? What we are trying to accomplish? I am here to answer these questions. Who we are: Master Gardeners are a nationwide group of volunteers present in all 50 states and Washington DC. The programs are usually […]
By Jon Lewis (This article was originally published in the February 14, 2026 edition of the San Diego Union-Tribune) Planting seeds and watching them grow can be truly rewarding for you and your children. Do you have a garden at home? Are your children interested in gardening or learning where their food comes from? Whether […]
Question: What are the benefits of planting edible flowers in my garden? Answer: As spring nears, it is time for those of us in Southern California to consider what will be in our gardens this year. Many gardeners select one or more themes, such as pollinator gardens, production gardens (edible vegetables and fruits), home orchards, […]
6 low water, beautiful bloomers that are optimal for growing in San Diego County By Dawn Standke (This article originally appeared in the Jan 10, 2026 edition of the San Diego U-T.) The UC Master Gardener Hotline often gets calls with questions like, “I saw a tree covered in beautiful flowers. Can you tell me […]
