Bundled mass serves as an elevated, surprisingly low-maintenance bed BY JOAN MARTIN (This article first appeared in the San Diego Union-Tribune on October 9, 2021) It’s fall. All those straw bales you see around can be more than decorative. If you want to start gardening and are faced with rocky soil, hard pan, clay or you’re […]
BY HELEN PURCELL MONTAG (This article first appeared in the San Diego Union-Tribune on August 14, 2021) The easing of pandemic restrictions has made this summer a wonderful time to enjoy and rediscover many of the activities that San Diego has to offer. Here’s a suggestion for outdoor enthusiasts: Pick a day, bring a friend […]
BY GRETCHEN WARD The popularity of Epiphyllum hybrids has increased in recent years, and if you’ve seen their dramatic blooms, it’s easy to understand why. The species ancestors of hybrids grown today originated primarily in the tropical regions of Mexico and Central America. Today, however, with the advent of online sales and the widespread acquisition […]
Question: My asparagus has grown so much that it is taking over my whole garden. It is tall, green, and bushy. Should I cut it back or just let it take over the whole garden? Answer: Asparagus is a hardy cool-season vegetable that can live 10-15 years or longer. It has attractive tall, fern-like foliage. A […]
By Skye Resendes Though the pandemic shutdown has brought gardening to a wider audience, some may believe they do not have an area to garden because of space limitations. Fear not—the reality is quite different. With the right tools and a little imagination, everyone can create a plentiful garden in the smallest of spaces. Containers […]
