Super production years are called "mast" years and scientists are unsure what causes them Little Llagas Creek passes through the South Valley. By Mike Monroe Mike Monroe All of nature's seasons are amazing [...]

Multiple trap cropping uses several species to lure pests throughout a valuable crop’s life cycle Photo courtesy eOrganic.com By Kate Russell Kate Russell Every year, we plant our garden favorites in Morgan Hill. [...]

At least 50 hours of volunteer time a year is expected of participants Dr. Anne Sanquini, right, discusses geology during a recent hike through the park.Photo courtesy Pine Ridge Association By Marty Cheek Without the [...]

Putting plants in the wrong location is a waste of time and money By Kate Russell Kate Russell Morgan Hill is the perfect place to learn how to garden. There is plenty of sunshine, nutrient-rich [...]

Enjoy the scenic Coyote Valley and other OSA sites at outdoor events Photo courtesy Open Space AuthorityLittle Uvas Creek is part of the Open Space Authority's preserved lands. Summer is here. With warm weather, longer [...]

Photo courtesy www.vro.agriculture.vic.gov.au Hardpan is a layer of soil so dense that air, water, and roots can barely move through it. Unlike compacted soil, which is a general condition of soil that doesn't have enough [...]

By Mike Monroe Charles Kellogg Our annual sojourn to Yosemite Valley is always a special time. Usually we try to avoid the summer crush of tourists, but this year the weekend of June 8 and [...]

Basil downy mildew pathogen is under California state quarantine Basil’s fragrant leaves make it a Morgan Hill gardener's favorite, but there is a new disease on the horizon: basil downy mildew. And warm, moist conditions are all [...]

Published in the May 8 - 21, 2019 issue of Morgan Hill Life Each spring, Morgan Hill gardeners are busy trimming and pruning. All that plant material is then composted before being returned to planting beds. In [...]