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A collage showing tree bark, green leaves against the sky, and white blossoms, with the text “Identifying Plants Correctly” above the images.
Identifying Plants Correctly

By Richard Flowers, ACCNP-Green Thumb Nursery-VenturaIf you are like me, I am sure you love Read More »

Four jalapeño popper egg rolls cut in half are served on arugula with a side of dipping sauce on a rectangular plate.
Jalapeno Popper Egg Rolls

Ingredients: 8 ounce block cream cheese, softened 1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese 1/3 Read More »

Three images display tomatoes in red pots, hands holding a leafy green plant, and mint cuttings in a glass, with text about container gardening tips for fruits and vegetables above.
Container Garden Tips for Great Fruit & Vegetables

Written by Kelsey W. If you dream of growing your own fruit and vegetables but Read More »

A basket of golden-brown fried pickles on parchment paper, served with a side of dipping sauce. The text "FRIED PICKLES" is displayed at the bottom.
Fried Pickles

Ingredients: Vegetable oil for frying 1 (16-ounce) jar dill pickle slices ½ cup all-purpose flour Read More »

A bowl of candied pork belly cubes served with pickled onions and fresh greens on parchment paper.
Candied Pork Belly

Ingredients: 4 lb pork belly 1/4 cup Everything rub 2 tbsp BBQ seasoning 1/2 cup Read More »

Collage showing a hummingbird at a feeder, flowering plants, red berries, and a hummingbird perched on a branch with the text: "Creating a Vibrant Southern California Hummingbird Garden.
Creating a Vibrant Southern California Hummingbird Garden

Written by Susan B.   Creating a Vibrant Southern California Hummingbird Garden (Ten Hummingbird-Attracting Plant Read More »

Collage showing a person planting, leafy greens growing, a lawn mower, and a snail, with text about March gardening tips for Southern California.
March To-Do Tips for Your Southern California Garden

Written by Susan B. March is a busy time for Southern California gardeners. It is Read More »

A plate of arugula salad topped with apple slices, pecans, chickpeas, crumbled cheese, and dried cranberries, photographed from above.
Arugula Salad with Apple and Pecan

Ingredients: 5 oz. package baby arugula (about 6 cups) 2 small apples, thinly sliced ½ Read More »

Text asks if all plants get enough water from rain; image shows blooming flowers on the left and green grass with water droplets on the right.
Do All Your Plants Receive Sufficient Water When It Rains?

By Richard Flowers, ACCNP-Green Thumb Nursery-Ventura With many areas getting unprecedented amounts of rain with Read More »

A bowl of spicy watermelon salad with cubed watermelon, herbs, and crumbled cheese, served on brown parchment paper.
Spicy Watermelon Salad

Ingredients: ¾ cup red wine vinegar 1 white onion, sliced into thin rings 2 qts. Read More »

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