Don Shor of Redwood Barn Nursery in Davis talks about the vegetables that should be planted in May: Squash, peppers, and eggplant. Brad Gates of Wild Boar Farms discusses his "cheapskate salad bowl." Scott Paris of High Hand Nursery tells us about his "Hydrangeas for Heroes" campaign for medical workers.

Perhaps you're thinking of expanding jyour backyard food production with chickens or bees. Today's guest, Cherie Sintes-Glover is an Urban Chicken Consultant and beekeeper. She has tips! Warren Roberts takes us on a spring tour of the UC Davis Arboretum. Debbie Flower tells us about pests that we don't want in California.

Master Gardener Pam Bone talks about the garden pests currently bugging local gardeners. And, details about a free, virtual native plant tour of private landscapes in the area.

College horticulture professor Debbie Flower has tips to control your latest ant invasion. And, a basic understanding of how plants work. Hot plants at the Nursery right now. Raising new chicks.

We highlight a new, compact butterfly bush from Proven Winners, the "Pugster Blue." Tips for sgtarting the Victory Garden 2.0 The ladies from the "Sacramento Digs Gardening" blog chat about roses and tomatoes.

Greg Gayton and Julie Barbour of Green Acres Nursery and supply have tips for getting your garden ready for planting in mid-April through early June. Warren Roberts on the blooming plants of spring. Codling moth control tips. "Jazz Hands" lorapetalum.

Debbie Flower has gardening ideas for the stay at home family. "Brown Thumb Mama" Pam Farley talks about garden games for kids. A preview of Proven winner's new "At Last Rose." Warren Roberts talks about the spring blooms at the UC Davis Arboretum.

If the coronavirus threat has you cooped up at home, it's OK to garden! Pedologist (really, there is such a term) Steve Zien of Living Resources Company has soil tips for a happy healthy garden. A preview of Proven Winner's new reblooming Hydrangea, the "Let's Dance Blue Jingles."

Don Shor is getting lots of interesting new plants into his nursery this month. What are some of the more interesting ones? Plus, caring for young tomato plants. We highlight the Oso Easy Lemon Zest rose from Proven winners. Upcoming garden events.

Master Gardener Pam Bone points out: don't let the nice weather in February weather fool you; there are several more weeks ahead in March of cooler, unpredictable weather. She offers tips for what to do, and not do, in the garden right now. Greenhouse basics with Mark Seibert of Sturdi Built greenhouses. A tour of the Luther Burbank Home and Gardens. Upcoming garden events.