by Kristen Smeal, Master Gardener Gardening as a family gives children the opportunity to develop new skills and take ownership of family responsibilities. Getting outside, at a safe distance from others, can help boost the spirits and productivity of children and adults alike. If it’s not possible to get outside, […]
by Birgitt Evans, ABG Board member and Master Gardener What a wild ride March was! Lives were turned upside down. We traded security for uncertainty. While many people ran for toilet paper, the rest of us surveyed our options and decided that we preferred home food security. And then we […]
by Linda Carloni, ABG Board member and Master Gardener Tomatoes are one of most popular plants for home gardens. Alameda’s climate and soil are not optimal for all varieties of tomatoes, but with some knowledge of Alameda’s eccentricities, you can enjoy home grown tomatoes. Using tomato seedlings rather than seeds […]
