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Don't plant a pest A resource about invasive plant species in Southern California and their alternatives. Problem plants here have escaped from gardens throughout the Southern California region and are invading natural areas. Because of their aggressive and rapid growth, some invasive non-native plants have also increased the flood and fire risk of our natural areas.

Freecycle - San Diego Group The Freecycle™ concept is simple: You have something you no longer need and you wish to recycle it rather than dump it in the land fill. Or you're looking for a specific item and you'd love to get it for free from someone who no longer wants theirs. SDFreecycle is the place you can post ads for items you'd like to give away and items you'd like to find. The only requirement is that all transfers must be FREE.

Integrated Pest Management Did you know that your gardening practices and pest control methods may be polluting our ocean, creeks, lagoons, and even San Diego Bay? Pesticides are one of the leading contributors to water pollution in San Diego County. For tips on how to control pests in your yard without harming the environment, visit UC IPM Online.

Landscape Watering Calculator The City of San Diego Landscape Watering Calculator is an easy-to-use tool that helps you estimate the right amount of water to give your landscape or garden. The calculator has been designed to give you a weekly schedule for the maximum amount of water which your plants may need each month of the year.

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CSI - The California Solar Initiative California has set a goal to create 3,000 megawatts of new, solar-produced electricity by 2017 - moving the state toward a cleaner energy future and helping lower the cost of solar systems for consumers. The overall goal of this program is to help build a self-sustaining photovoltaic, solar electricity market. The current program does not fund solar hot water systems.

Organic Gardening Tips A series of colums of the San Diego Earth Times. Sections include General Organic Gardening, Disease and Pest Control, Planting, Soil Care, Specific Plant Types and Miscellaneous.

Water Conservation Garden Promotes water conservation in the southern California landscape through exhibits and programs that educate and inspire the public.