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September in the Garden

This is a transition month with lots to do to prep for your fall garden.

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Joyce Gemmell's

Vegetable Gardening Guide

Time to start moving from warm to cool veggie plantings.

 

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Four Ways to Ditch Your Lawn (and Why You Should)

High monthly water bills? This recent SAN DIEGO U-T article suggests removing your lawn in favor of a more desert-climate-friendly landscape.

(Photo: UC Agriculture and Natural Resources)

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Landscaping for Fire Prevention

It’s possible to have both a beautiful landscape and a home that’s more resilient to wildfire.

Here are some guidelines:

 

Pest Notes: All Over Town, Caterpillars Are Decimating Redbud Tree Leaves

Are you watching your beautiful redbud tree leaves being skeletonized? Blame the Redhumped caterpillar.

Here’s how to help manage them:

 

Hotline FAQ: Can you share tips on how to make my houseplants thrive? 

Answer: Sure. Here are the keys to success: 

 

Where to Find MGs in the Community This Month:

  • Sept. 6: Lunch ‘n’ Learn
  • Sept. 9: Swap Meet
  • Sept: 16: Intergenerational Gardening.

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