UC Master Gardeners of Yolo County

06/19/2026

"Cool as a cucumber" isn't just a saying—it's science! A cucumber's inside can stay up to 20°F cooler than the outside air, even on a hot day. So someone who keeps their cool under pressure really is acting like a cucumber.

Bonus fact: cucumbers have been cultivated for over 3,000 years, likely originating in the foothills near the Himalayas and the Bay of Bengal. They've never been found growing wild—only close wild relatives have turned up there.
📸Photo by Tamanna Rumee from Pexels: https://www.pexels.com/photo/sliced-cucumber-on-white-table-8755152/

06/17/2026

Want a successful garden this season? Follow these seven basic rules of edible gardening:

Plant only as much as you can easily maintain.
Create a garden plan before you begin.
Grow fruits and vegetables that produce high yields in the space available.
Plant during the correct season for your crop, and choose varieties suited to your climate zone.
Pick a site with at least 8 hours of full sun a day, and avoid shaded spots.
Prepare, amend, and fertilize your soil as needed.
Harvest fruits, vegetables, and herbs at the right stage of maturity.

Stick to these basics and you'll set your garden up for success!
📸Photo by Nataliya Vaitkevich from Pexels: https://www.pexels.com/photo/fresh-vegetables-on-a-woven-basket-5425894/

06/15/2026

Need help with a garden issue? That bug got you bothered? The w**d making you weary? Ask us! Email us at [email protected] or call us at 530-666-8737. Be sure to leave as many details as possible, and if via email, please send photos of the issue.

06/12/2026

June is the time to evaluate your vegetable garden's irrigation! Join Karen Slinkard, UC Master Gardener with 50+ years of Yolo County experience, for tips on adjusting irrigation for summer heat.

This free workshop on Saturday, June 13 at 11 am, part of UC Master Gardeners Yolo County's Gardening For Year-Round Meals series, meets at Grace Garden's hoop house picnic table, behind the United Methodist Church at 1620 Anderson Road, Davis. Grace Garden is a volunteer-run garden growing fresh produce for those in need while teaching sustainable gardening practices.

06/11/2026

The Winters Community Library Garden is a wonderful community resource created and maintained by the UC Master Gardeners of Yolo County. This thoughtfully designed space showcases sustainable gardening practices and offers a peaceful spot for visitors to enjoy and learn from. Next time you're at the library, take a stroll through and see our volunteers' dedication in person.

06/08/2026

From backyard vegetable plots to community gardens and orchard rows, Yolo County has a long tradition of growing things — and this week is all about celebrating that.

If you’re getting out in the garden this week, here are a few timely tips for our area:

✅ Check your irrigation — summer heat is here, and your plants’ water needs are climbing. Inspect emitters and adjust your schedule.
✅ Top up your mulch — a few inches of organic mulch under trees and shrubs keeps roots cool and reduces watering needs.
✅ Watch for aphids — a strong spray of water is often all you need. Look for ladybugs and lacewings doing the work for you!

What are you growing this season? Drop a comment or photo below — we love seeing what’s happening in local gardens!

👉 For more seasonal gardening tips tailored to the Sacramento Valley, visit ipm.ucanr.edu

📸Australian bluebells by Jennifer Baumbach

06/08/2026

The Master Gardener Workshop will continue on Thursday, June 11, from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm.

This week’s topic is “Get your irrigation working perfectly!” with Elise Shtayyeh, associate water resources specialist, and Maureen Clark, UC Master Gardener of Solano County.

The workshop will cover how to find and fix irrigation leaks and save water.

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06/06/2026

What is causing these curious cutouts in my roses and other plants? Check out the link below or in bio on IG. 🐝🌱

https://link.ucanr.edu/leafcutterbee

📸photo by Jennifer Baumbach

06/05/2026

Saturday, June 13 at 11 am there will be a Gardening for Year-Round Meals at 1620 Anderson Road in Davis. It's located behind the church. Come and learn more about growing and preparing your edible plants. This is a free in-person presentation.
photo credit: Ann Liu

06/04/2026

Thursday, June 11 at 3 pm, come and listen to our Davis Library series. This week's topic is How to Fix Irrigation Leaks to Save Water. This is a Zoom event:

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