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How-ToSouthern California October Garden To-Do List
The seasons are subtle here in Southern California, but October is noticeably cooler. With it comes a welcome reprieve from our late summer heat. This can be a busy time…
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DesignA Little Slice of Heaven in San Diego
Today’s photos come from Catherine Dickerson. My husband and I have been gardening on our little 1/4 acre in San Diego since we moved here in 2002. I’m still working…
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DesignA Splash of Color in the Heat of SoCal Summer
In the heat of August, while a lot of plants are past their seasonal prime, there are some that are just getting their groove on. This is one of the…
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DesignSouthern California Picks for a Drought-Tolerant Cutting Garden
I love traditional plants for a cutting garden such as roses, lilies (Lilium spp. and cvs., Zones 3–9), hydrangeas (Hydrangea spp. and cvs., Zones 4–9), and Peruvian lilies (Alstroemeria spp.…
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How-ToSouthern California August Garden To-Do List
As the summer heat beats upon us, our best game plan is to conserve our energy and spend a bit more time enjoying the garden and a bit less time…
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How-ToThe Pros and Cons of Different Types of Mulch for Southern California
For some years now, I have been teaching classes to homeowners for the local water district. The classes cover the different elements of creating a watershed-wise garden. We cover a…
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DesignSouthern California July Garden To-Do List
Plant something red, something white, and something blue. It’s getting hotter out there, but we can still enjoy some planting. In celebration of the independence of our country, plant some…
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DesignBest Southern California Trees for Espalier
Although the word is French, the practice of espalier dates back to ancient Roman or Egyptian times. It originated with the need to grow more fruit trees in more confined…
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How-ToSouthern California June Garden To-Do List
Do some last-minute planting. Call me crazy, but I love June gloom. We all know that the heat is going to come and stay for a while, so I always…
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DesignSouthern California May Garden To-Do List
Plant a perennial vine. Vines can provide an abundance of color and shade in the garden and are perfect for small spaces. If you have an unsightly fence or wall,…
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