Balcony, Patio or Backyard, Strawberries Grow Anywhere! Strawberries are great edible plants to grow in any size garden. As long as you can find a spot with sun for at least six hours a day, you can grow strawberries. They are happy and prolific producers in hanging baskets, pots, raised beds, or in the ground. […]
What to Do in the Garden: February
Time to Get Ready for Spring! If you planted spring blooming bulbs last fall like ranunculus, freesias, Dutch iris and anemones, they’ll be blooming in all their glory this month! Spring comes early to southern California, especially when we get rain in December and January as we did this year. The gorgeous green hills that […]
What To Do in the Garden: January
Pruning, Planting and Protecting, Oh My! January is a very busy month in California and other mild winter gardens! So put away those holiday decorations, oil up those pruning tools and get outside in the crispy January air! Here’s what to do in January: Pruning Roses don’t really go dormant in mild winter areas, but […]
What To Do in the Garden: December
Plant California Poppies December is such a busy time of year, most of us can’t get out in the garden much. But if you can find just a little time, and have a bit of open space in your garden, now is a good time to sow seeds of our stunning state flower for a glorious show in […]
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 […]
Out With the Lawn in With the Veggies: Part Two
What to Plant? Plant what you like to eat! Although this seems pretty obvious, I have often been too greedy at the nursery or seed rack and bought eggplant, hot peppers, and squashes that no one in my family will eat! Now I restrict myself to things I know we like with one or two […]