Ammoplanines Wasps By Norman Smith UCCE Master Gardener I'm often asked what it is that I do in my spare time. Besides golf, bowling, travel and gardening, I like to study my tiny research insects, the Ammoplanines.
Red Turpentine Beetle By Norman Smith UCCE Master Gardener Most of us have seen the results of an infestation from this beetle - dead Monterey pine trees. But it is probably safer to say that most of us have not seen the culprit, the Red Turpentine Beetle.
Bearded Iris By Polly Nelson UCCE Master Gardener Planting Zone: Sunset 1-24, USDA 3-10 Size: 6 inches 4 feet Bloom season: Once yearly, late spring/early summer; some varieties bloom a second time in late summer Exposure: Generally 6-8 hours sun per day Pruning needs: None until after bloom Water...
Emerald Ash Borer By Norman Smith UCCE Master Gardener Emerald Ash Borer has been devastating to a group of trees. Fortunately, about the only good news concerning this insect is that it has not been found in California - yet.
