It’s a wonder to watch crape myrtles go from ordinary to extraordinary in what seems a matter of days. Look down most neighborhood streets to find a multitude of white, … Read More
Growing Fresh Food – Part III
Growing Fresh Food Part I, Part II Photos from Debbie’s Last Fall Veggie Garden We talked about watering and fertilizing last week. Now the fun stuff – watching your garden … Read More
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Nasturtiums: Edible Beauties
With cooler months finally upon us, now is the time for planting some of my favorite winter annuals, one being the ever vibrant, versatile and easy to grow Nasturtium. Here … Read More
Success With Backyard Chickens
Having backyard chickens in urban neighborhoods is becoming more of a trend with each changing of (gardening) seasons. While many may think that having some hens running amuck in their … Read More
Watch Nature’s Magic In Your Own Garden
Last year I planted my hummingbird and butterfly garden with over 30 milkweed, Turks cap, passion vine and native lantana. It grew beautifully in the back corner of my yard, … Read More
Organic Gardening 101 – What’s Buggin Ya?!
It seems everywhere I turn I see bugs. Chinch bugs in the grass, worms eating bougainvilleas, scale on irises and lilies, mealy bugs on tropicals. To spray, or not to … Read More
Organic Gardening 101 – Insecticidal Soap
Organic Insecticide: Insecticidal Soap is based on potassium fatty acids and is used to control many plant pests. Because insecticidal soap only works on direct contact with the pests, it … Read More
Top 10 Things To Do Before Summer!
You may have already done several items on this list, but with all the recent rains they may have been depleted or washed away, therefore another application may be necessary. Fertilize … Read More
New Tree Do’s & Don’ts + Spring Insect Explosion
New Tree Do’s and Don’ts! Do plant the tree at the right depth, with the top of the root ball as high or slightly higher than surrounding soil. Do eliminate competition … Read More