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Master Gardener Fall Garden Tour Tickets Now on Sale!

This ever-popular event is Sat., Sept. 18 and will feature 15 Carlsbad gardens, including a community garden, and the Master Gardener Demo Garden at the Flower Fields.

August in the Garden

As this could be our hottest month, take care of yourself, not just your plants, when you 19;re gardening.

Here are your to-do 19;s:

Joyce Gemmell's

Vegetable Gardening Guide

If you live inland, you might get in one more round of summer veggies, and if you live on the coast, you can start your fall veggie seeds.

Check out more options:

Pest Note: Ants in My Plants

(and everywhere else)!

Ants are among the most prevalent (read annoying!) pests in households. They seek food and water, and hot weather tends to bring them into our homes even more.

For management tips read here:

Hotline FAQ

Question:

My asparagus has grown so much it 19;s taking over my whole garden. Should I cut it back or let it take over?

Answer:

Since it will take over, learn about the advantages of transplanting vs. cutting back here:

Welcome to Our New Master Gardener Association Program Coordinator

The San Diego Master Gardener Program is excited to welcome Leah Taylor as its new administrator. Leah brings an impressive variety of experiences in horticulture and entomology including as Education Coordinator and Research Associate.

Add These Show-Stopping Blooms to Your Garden

Learn why the popularity of Epiphyllum hybrids is ever increasing.

Read about them here:

Heirloom Tomatoes 13; What to Know and How to Grow Them

Even in our fractious world, everyone can agree that a homegrown tomato is the best. Did you know there are 7,500 varieties?

Here are some growing tips for success:

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