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The UC Master Gardeners tomato sale is set for April 11 in Napa. Cindy Watter photo

Tips for tomato garden success

For many people, spring begins with the UC Master Gardeners of Napa County tomato sale, which will be held on Saturday, April 11, this year. Just as the tomato sale […]

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