Pest Management
Oakworm Moth Infestation
Contributed by Christopher Zalewski Oakworm moths, the adult version of the California oakworm (Phryganidia californica), are ubiquitous throughout the coast and live oaks seem to be their preferred target, particularly in the Monterey Bay area. ...
Tomato Troubleshooting
California Native Plant Profile: Buckwheat
Eriogonum is the buckwheat genus, one of the largest in California, with over 125 species. With so many species to choose from, you are sure to find one for your garden! Native buckwheats come in both annual and perennial forms. They are some of the ...
Cover Crop Recommendations
Sow a cover crop Sowing a cover crop is probably the laziest garden improvement project there is. There are many types of cover crops. Some have “super powers”, such as the ability to crowd out weeds, or compounds in their roots that actually inhibit ...