Robby If you want to add some color and vibrancy to your garden azaleas are a great choice. With their abundance of bright flowers in the spring azaleas can really liven up any outdoor space. However, azaleas do require some special considerations when it comes to planting, especially in heavy clay soil. Clay soil can present … Read more
In my new video and the Q&A below, I talk about what you should do when your agaves bloom. Agave flower stalks tend to be impressively tall relative to the plants. There are two forms: unbranched with blooms along the stalk, and branching with clusters of flowers. Flowers’ sweet nectar attracts hummingbirds, bees, and other … Read more
Catmint is a carefree, easy-to-grow plant with an extra-long bloom time that deserves a spot in any landscape. A reliable long-lived perennial, catmint (Nepeta) is a member of the mint family. It produces aromatic gray-green foliage and upright flower spikes in shades of lavender-blue, pink or white. It blooms from late spring to fall, and … Read more
Cordyline is a bold and handsome evergreen shrub that slowly develops a tree-like form. It looks dramatic and exotic, and its shape is pleasing to the eye. It can grow as a single trunk or several stems topped with dense tufts of long, narrow, leathery leaves. Cordyline is also known as the New Zealand cabbage … Read more
If you were outside in the cold, you’d want to find a nice warm place to shelter in. Mice are no different. Compost heaps can offer warmth, protection and quite possibly some food too. Unfortunately, humans are not always so keen on mice in the compost heap. But is it a problem? And if it … Read more
In early spring, your Lynwood Gold Forsythias will produce an abundance of bright yellow flowers. signaling to neighbors, guests, and passersby that spring has arrived. Pay in 4 interest-free installments for orders over $50.00 Learn more Known for its vibrant yellow blooms in early spring, the forsythia bush is a classic addition to gardens across … Read more
The Old Oakland Farmers’ Market had a lot of greens piled up on one table. I looked around and saw a kind of greens I had never seen before. I asked the farmer what it was, and she told me “okra leaves. ”. (Update: commenter beautdogs correctly points out that the plant in the photo … Read more
The alstroemeria psittacina, also known as the parrot lily or Peruvian lily, is a stunning flower prized for its vibrant colors and exotic appearance Though native to South America, these beauties have become a mainstay of gardens worldwide. With proper care, the alstroemeria psittacina will thrive for years, delighting you with its vibrant blooms. This … Read more
To make a fresh Christmas wreath from freshly cut greenery, all you need is some time and patience. Fresh wreaths are beautiful and will never go out of style. They don’t last forever, but here are 3 tips to prolong your wreath and inspiration for decorating one. A fresh evergreen Christmas wreath is a classic … Read more
Lavender is a popular herb prized for its fragrant flowers and aromatic foliage. Their shrubby growth habit lends a beautiful texture and presence to gardens. Many gardeners want to expand their lavender plantings, which leads to the question: can you separate lavender plants to make more? Unfortunately, dividing lavender is not recommended. Here is an … Read more