Spring bulbs are amazing. One small, brown, often misshapen package contains everything needed to produce roots, leaves and a beautiful flower (or flowers). Bulbs are easy to grow, have relatively… Read more »

It’s easy not to think about enriching your garden soil until spring planting rolls around and nurseries are filled with tempting plant starts and budding perennials. If you put in… Read more »

Somewhere around early October I start wearing layers when I go out to work in the garden — thermal cotton, fleece, wool or light down help ward off cold temperatures…. Read more »

Late summer is the perfect time to take stock and watch your landscape, as some plants will already begin turning or thinning out. In addition, if you want to do… Read more »

Bulbs are among the most anticipated flowers — their appearance signals a new garden season and the return of color to the bleak late-winter landscape. But this fall, before you… Read more »

Although springtime seems to own bragging rights to the most profusely blooming flowers, autumn is not far behind. Now that we’re done with the scorching summer months, it’s time to… Read more »

A visual cue that a garden is alive is always pleasant and satisfying. While evergreens are reliable garden standbys, it’s the dynamic deciduous varieties that can really stimulate the senses… Read more »

Many traditional spring-flowering bulbs perform beautifully in California and other mild climates, as shown here in the glorious annual display on Daffodil Hill in California’s Gold Country. But lack of… Read more »

While fall and winter holidays may have the seasonal decorating market cornered, I like to think that in the home — and garden — ornamental festivities can be enjoyed year-round…. Read more »