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November in the Garden

How is it November already?! We lucky San Diegans can continue gardening when others have shut down for the season.

Here’s your to-do list: 

 

Joyce Gemmell's

Vegetable Gardening Guide

Our cooler weather is ideal for planting many veggie seeds and seedlings.

 

Some options can be found here:


and here:

 

Sharing, Collecting, Preserving, and Growing from Seeds Benefits Us All 

In this recent U-T article, learn the positive impacts of saving seeds, locally and globally.


Read all about it!

 

Pest Note: Is Your Home Free of Termites?

Have you noticed tented houses in your neighborhood? Now is the time drywood termites tend to swarm.

Learn how to spot the evidence and how to manage termites:

 

Hotline FAQ


Question:



What info do I need to share with hotline volunteers to get the most accurate answers to my gardening questions?

Answer:



The more info the better and please include a photo.

Here’s what’s most helpful:

 

Scorpions – Should We Be Terrified?

Scary-looking scorpions are foes to a variety of insects, spiders, centipedes, and other scorpions, which is helpful to us. They’re not lethal to humans but can sting if disturbed.


Here’s how to avoid an unwanted encounter:

 

Native Plants are Becoming the Most Popular Kids on the Block

The popularity of native plants in our region is soaring due to their multiple benefits. Starting this month, DIG IT! will feature info on natives for San Diego.

Let’s start with this great resource:

 
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