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"Autumn in the Garden" Tour & Market
Presented by Master Gardeners San Diego  

Fall - and San Diego's fall planting season - is just around the corner. Join other garden lovers from around the county as they find inspiration and education at "Autumn in the Garden" Tour and Market on Oct. 1. . Learn more about this inaugural event presented by Master Gardeners San Diego and how to purchase tickets here.  

Some Highlights at "Autumn in the Garden" Tour Stops   

From found art to a serenity garden, plant collections, chicken coop and orchards - the eight gardens on the first-ever Master Gardener tour on Oct. 1 are brimming with inspiration and individual passions. Here are some sights you won't want to miss.  

To Market, To Market for Garden Goods   

Tour goers and the general public are invited to shop at the "Autumn in the Garden" Market. Wares on display at Dana Middle School, 1775 Chatsworth Blvd., will range from plants grown by Master Gardeners and specialty nurseries to handcrafted garden accents and gently used books. Plus enjoy a snack at a gourmet food truck and visit the booths of other vendors and non-profits.  See the lineup here.

If you love to garden and want to share your passion with others, consider joining the county's Master Gardener program. For the first time in two years, new recruits are being sought. Find out more about the program, its requirements and an orientation meeting on Oct. 6, click here.     

The first garden carrots probably were purple, yellow or white. Regardless of the color, these sweet root vegetables are mainstays of the cool-season veggie garden. Learn how easy they are to grow in this helpful guide.  

Debugging Your Home   

Got bugs? Need help evicting them from your home? Here are some tips on hiring professional help from a pest control company.

The ERGO Gardener   

Tip 3 in our series on ergonomic gardening helps put gardening tasks in perspective. Learn more here.

Community Gardens: A Growth Spurt Continues   

The momentum for community gardens seems stronger today than at any time in the post-World War II era. Why and what you can do to help can be found here.  

When Weevils Attack, Tough Plants Wilt

Agaves, furcraeas and yuccas are tough and waterwise, but all are susceptible to certain weevils. Plants can be protected and sometimes saved when infected. Here's how.