Potatoes come in a wide variety of colors.(Laura Musikanski / morguefiles.com) By Jodi Bay Early spring is a time vegetable gardeners begin to plan spring and summer gardens. Looking at seed catalogs, many are selecting seeds for tomatoes, peppers, melons and eggplants. But what about potatoes? Potatoes are easy to grow, come in various colors […]
By Donna McClay Question: I recently converted to drip irrigation in my raised bed vegetable garden. How often and how long should I be watering? Answer: The simple answer is: It depends! There are several factors affecting how often and how long to water vegetables in raised beds: What time of year is it? Where do […]
San Diegans in the right zones can grow their own Camellia sinensis By BARB SANDS (This article was originally published in the San Diego Union-Tribune on January 14, 2023) It may come as a surprise, but yes, you can grow and make your own tea right here in San Diego County’s backyards and balconies. Traditional […]
By VALORIE SHATYNSKI Answer: Euphorbia tirucalli, (also called Firesticks, Sticks on Fire, or Pencil Bush), is a visually striking and hardy drought-tolerant landscaping plant that is readily available in nurseries and is easily propagated. Firesticks, and all Euphorbias, produce a toxic white sap (latex) if their leaves or stems are cut or broken. The […]
Here’s how to incorporate fragrant trees and boughs, long a symbol of life and hope, and still be a green consumer BY SKYE RESENDES (This article originally appeared in the December 10, 2022 edition of the San Diego Union-Tribune) The history of decorating the home with evergreen boughs and trees dates back thousands of years […]
