Short on Space? Strawberry pots are a great way to get lots of plants in a small space. Suggested combos: – Tomato with herbs (shown) – Blueberry bush with strawberries – Peas or beans (use 3 bamboo poles as teepee trellis) with lettuce – Bell pepper with arugula and spinach Or any number of combos! […]
California Poppies
It’s that California Poppy time of year in Southern California!
Garden to Table in Suburbia
I’M WRITING THE OCCASIONAL ARTICLE FOR THE LOCAL PAPER……… Published: Oct. 1, 2013 IRVINE FAMILIES GROW MUCH OF WHAT THEY EAT BY TEENA SPINDLER / FOR THE REGISTER The Garden to Table movement has been steadily gaining momentum the last few years from Washington DC where the White House kitchen garden supplies veggies for the […]
Tomato Tasting Party!
It’s that TOMATO time of Year! I’m awash in tomatoes, and really enjoying them, but every year I lust after the ones I didn’t have room to plant! A great way to experience more tomatoes than the ones in your own garden, is to host a ‘tomato tasting’ for your fellow tomato growing friends! Here’s […]
Wine Barrel Gardening
Don’t want to dig? Have bad soil? Small or no garden? Wine Barrels are the answer! Six Easy Steps to Create a Wine Barrel Garden: 1. Find sunny spot in the garden or patio (6 hours of sun a day). 2. Measure area to determine how many 1/2 wine barrels will fit (Each […]
A walk in the park that’s all about agriculture
Great demo garden in Orange County, CA!A walk in the park that’s all about agriculture
Winter Vegetable Gardens
Assorted Greens in December My winter veggie garden is in full swing right now! I planted seeds in October and have been enjoying lettuces, arugula, and kale salads virtually every night for dinner. Today the carrots sown in October were ready for harvest. The peas, not planted until late November, are blossoming and should be […]
Strawberries! Bareroot Planting Time!
It’s that ‘bare root’ time of year in Southern California! Roses, fruit trees, and yes, even strawberries, are available this time of year in the ‘bare root’ stage. Why plant bare root? – The plants are somewhat dormant so they are less subject to transplant shock. – There are more varieties available. – Best […]
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