Category Archives: Newsletter Articles

Written by David S.     Ground covers are a beautiful way to solve landscaping problems. Maybe it is that bare spot under a tree where lawn will not grow or the starkness of a terrace that needs softening. Perhaps you have an erosion issue or want to give a gentle reminder of where to walk […]

Written by Richard Flowers, ACCNP Green Thumb Nursery- Ventura Ivy Geraniums and Zonal Geraniums are one of the most popular plants around because they both provide a lasting flower display in a multitude of different colors throughout the year and are easy to grow.  The Ivy Geranium is commonly used for hanging baskets and ground […]

Hedge plants come in an array of options. Those range from the linear and traditional hedge plants such as boxwoods, to the organic nature of beech trees. A hedge is simply a line of plants grown to accomplish the desired effect. In formal gardens, hedges define boundaries, create lines and patterns that enhance the garden […]

Written by David S.   Have you ever been to the nursery to buy potting soil only to wander around the stacks of bagged dirt and wonder which is the best option for your garden project? Many shoppers do just that, and it is no fault of their own. The options for potting soil are […]

Written by David S. Houseplants are an excellent way to add dimension and living energy to your home. Some are exotic, and others are common, but all uplift your living environment by adding an aesthetic contribution. This newsletter focuses on six houseplants ( and a few others) that are easy to grow and add beauty […]

By Richard Flowers, ACCNP Green Thumb Nursery- Ventura A plant for multiple uses and a problem solver:  The Drift ® Rose Do you want a plant that can be used as a ground cover for erosion control on a slope?  What about something that can be integrated with almost any type of planting and look […]

Written by David S. Succulents are easy to grow plants that are available in a fantastic variety of colors, shapes, and flowering types. One benefit of growing succulents is that they are very drought tolerant and when established, grow well in our Southern California climates without looking stunted and unkempt. Succulents have specialized cells that […]

Written by David S. We sometimes think of gardens as a basic rectangle, and many are, but on a deck or patio, the fundamental shape is not flat, but a cube. These are usually smaller, growing spaces that benefit from growing up rather than outwards. To that end, certain garden structures play an essential role […]

Written by David S. For many of us, the joy of seeing a hummingbird is a positive and uplifting experience. It is no wonder that millions of people try to attract hummingbirds to their yards with feeders. While that is just fine, a better alternative is to entice the little beauties with plants that they […]