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Unexpected hail may cause crop damage
Strawberries show hail damage. The late winter storm that blew through Tuesday also affected blooms on ornamentals and fruit trees. (Photo courtesy UCCE master gardeners) After basking in spring-like warmth, our gardens got a...
Is it too early to plant tomatoes?
Just because they’re in the nurseries doesn’t mean it’s time to plant tomatoes. These likely were greenhouse-grown, meaning they really need ideal (warm) soil conditions to get growing. (Photo: Kathy Morrison) “Can I plant...