By Kim Schultz, UCCE Master Gardener of San Diego County (This article originally appeared in the September/October issue of California Gardens) For thousands of years, pomegranates have been symbols of abundance, fertility, and beauty in societies around the world. Pomegranates have been found buried in ancient Egyptian tombs, carved into the walls of Persepolis, […]
By Valorie Shatynski Fall and winter months in San Diego County are mild, which offers the opportunity for nearly year round growing in the edible garden. However, September and October are the ideal months to plant a cover crop for edible garden restoration. If the soil in your garden has been productive for several years without […]
By Donna McClay Question: I recently converted to drip irrigation in my raised bed vegetable garden. How often and how long should I be watering? Answer: The simple answer is: It depends! There are several factors affecting how often and how long to water vegetables in raised beds: What time of year is it? Where do […]
By Skye Resendes Though the pandemic shutdown has brought gardening to a wider audience, some may believe they do not have an area to garden because of space limitations. Fear not—the reality is quite different. With the right tools and a little imagination, everyone can create a plentiful garden in the smallest of spaces. Containers […]
