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Master Gardener: Why California is where gardeners go nuts

There are many nut varieties that are suitable for growing in the home garden.
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Gardening Q&A: Pausing to honor a pioneer in horticulture education

Chesapeake TCC’s founding provost, Tim Kerr, led the development of the campus and nurtured its people — even as the budget ax threatened. After a ceremony in Kerr’s honor, columnist Ken Spencer reflects.
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Gardening is beneficial for physical and mental health

Gardening is beneficial for physical and mental health • Earth.com
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Gardening: Urban farming on the upswing in Columbus area

The number of urban farms in Greater Columbus has increased more than fivefold from seven in 2014 to 35-plus today.
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North Iowa Outdoors: Gardening Webinars are Starting

The Iowa State University Extension gardening webinar series is back underway this month. Program Coordinator, Alicia Herzog, says the series is based on input from participants. She says they will…
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Tropical Gardening: In-person Master Gardener Plant Sale returns

Mark your calendar for the Master Gardener Plant Sale from 10 a.m.- 3 p.m., Sunday, Jan. 29, at the Komohana Research and Extension Complex in Hilo.

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San Diego County reentry program combines gardening, culinary skills

Over the last two months, students in the San Diego County Sheriff’s Department reentry program have been using hydroponic gardens to create meals and learn vocational skills
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Master Gardener: Treat for Crapemyrtle Bark Scale in the winter

“It seems like I remember you talking about how to treat for Crapemyrtle Bark Scale, but can you refresh my memory?” — A.T.
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Gardening May Help Reduce Cancer Risk and Boost Mental Health

A new study reveals community gardening helps lower stress and anxiety, and reduces cancer risks. Researchers found those who gardened had elevated fiber intake and increased physical activity.
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Master Gardener: Gardening resolutions

With the start of a new year, people make a variety of resolutions. Are you determined to start a vegetable garden this year?