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Landscape horticulture is an integral part of San Joaquin County's heritage and culture. Our mild climate and proximity to water provide abundant choices for growing a wide variety of beautiful plants. Our location at the head of the Delta also gives us a responsibility to manage our landscapes in sustainable ways that preserve the health and beauty of our waterways and wildlife for future generations.

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What is Sustainable Landscaping?

PRACTICES THAT:

Minimize chemical fertilizers and pesticides in the environment through INTEGRATED PEST MANAGEMENT
Use water conservatively and eliminate non-storm run-off to storm drains
Utilize plants that are appropriate for their space, use, and climate
Minimize green waste to the landfill
Provide food and shelter for beneficial wildlife
Build and maintain soil health

Nurseries implement management practices to protect water quality

The year 2004 was a crossroads for Ventura County agriculture. Stricter water quality regulations promised over the past decade were finally being implemented. Regulatory agencies were mandating changes that would greatly impact agriculture, especially the intensely managed nursery industry. There was much concern that the new regulations would drive Ventura County nurseries out of business or into other areas where regulations were not as restrictive. Another concern was that substantial capital would be required to comply with these regulations, especially for those nurseries where the best solution would be the construction of recycling and water capture systems.

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Training Young Trees: complete video series now available online

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Extension Horticulture Research articles

Presentation on Ramps (Allium tricoccum) in Appalachia

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Cause, Affect and Prevention of Erosion on Urban Trees

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