Author Archives: Nicole Cartwright

Winter Drought and Irrigation

Posted on January 13, 2012 by Nicole Cartwright

Yes, you can water your dormant landscape plants to help them spring back next growing season with more vigor and less annual die-back. Prolonged exposure to dry conditions without the protective benefits of snowpack damages plant roots and starves our … Continue reading →

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Remove the Unwanted

Posted on June 16, 2011 by Nicole Cartwright

Join Tahoe RCD and other members of the Lake Tahoe Basin Weed Coordinating Group on Thursday June 30th from 5:30pm to 7:30pm at the Gatekeepers Musuem to remove unwanted, invasive bull thistle from the banks of the Truckee River. Invasive … Continue reading →

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What’s Lurking in Your Gravel Pile?

Posted on February 25, 2011 by Nicole Cartwright

Something pointy is pricking you under your sock. Your dog won’t stop itching behind his ears. Your mountain bike tire is being held up in the spokes. Invasive weeds have mastered the art of irritating us all in our recreational … Continue reading →

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