By Jodi Bay, UC Master Gardener of San Diego County “There’s nothing quite like the taste of a beautiful summer strawberry.” – William Katt Sweet and delectable, strawberries are many things to many people: a savory treat, a flavor that brings back summer memories, a food rich in anti-oxidants, or a fun way to introduce […]
Houseplants seem to be more popular than ever. Are there benefits beyond their appearance? By Linda Stewart Do you have houseplants? One? Five? Ten? More? Did you know that the average home has between two and five houseplants with the most frequent number being one. Since I have about twenty, I skew these statistics. […]
BY LISA RINI (All photos are Tillandsias from the author’s garden, taken by the author) I am certain every person reading this article has a favorite plant, and that favorite plant is a prominent feature in their San Diego garden. Having gardened in San Diego for over 40 years, I can tell you that collecting […]
By Jay Davis (This article originally appeared in the March/April edition of California Garden) Blueberries are a wonderful, tasty treat that makes it fun to putter around in the garden, sampling as you go. Of all the plants I grow, these are my granddaughter’s absolute favorite! Blueberries are also nutritious and high in anti-oxidants. A […]
A: Let me share with you some tips for keeping Azaleas happy and then you can determine if you need to make changes in the care you are giving your plants. Azaleas are plants that do well in acidic, well-draining soil that is high in organic matter. They require regular water. Do not allow them […]
