UC Marin Master Gardeners are University of California-trained and certified volunteers who provide research-based knowledge and information on sustainable landscape practices, pest management and home horticulture to gardeners in Marin.
WE ARE HEADED INTO A NEW YEAR! Are you someone who views the glass half-full (lots of rain,we are in fact over 200% of average!) or the glass half-empty (the rains will bring in lots of growth which will dry out and make for lots of fuel in the late summer)? In any case, we still need to be vigilant and save water. For those who like to geek out on numbers and stats, check out our rainfall history, and take a quick look at how our reservoirs are doing.
FOR SOME, A TIME FOR GROWTH, OR TIME FOR REST…With all of the rain we are getting, expect some of your plants to take off! Like that old mantra for native plants - first year, “sleep”; second year, “creep”; and the third year, “leap”. But for some other plants, you might want to start planning for pruning at the right time. If you need help in this area, check out our list for aesthetic pruners.
NOW IS THE TIME FOR COVER CROPS: In addition to the mulch and compost you add to your garden soil, consider cover crops at this time of year, to help your plants in the future. Check out this video for more information.
Need some winter inspiration? Visit the Falkirk Demonstration Garden! The Falkirk Demonstration Garden in downtown San Rafael has been updated with new native plants. Have a wander through to see the design and natives they have chosen, observe what is growing and looking great in the winter, or be inspired by the many other plants that will grow well in YOUR Marin garden!
“Leaves of three, stay clear of me!” Kids learn the little rhyme to keep on the lookout for poison oak. On the east coast, you might hear “leaves of three, beware of me” to identify poison ivy...
GO TO THE MARIN IJ ARCHIVE PAGE FOR MORE STORIES AND GARDENING TIPS!
| Event Name | Date |
|---|---|
| Bring in the Pollinators! | 1/22/2022 |
| The Best Ways to Manage Rats | 2/15/2022 |
| Training and Restructuring Woody Trees and Shrubs | 3/2/2022 |
| Re-thinking your Lawn the Earth-friendly Way! | 3/5/2022 |
PRUNING ROSES IN WINTER
HOW TO PROPAGATE MILKWEED
CA NATIVE - TOYON
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