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Written by David S. Artichokes are an excellent addition to any garden. The large buds offer a unique flavor and many options for creating meals. Gently steamed and consumed petal by petal or stripped down to the heart with a bit of vinaigrette, artichokes are a summer and fall favorite. Here’s how to grow them. […]
By Richard Flowers, ACCNP-Green Thumb Nursery-Ventura For centuries the Japanese have cultivated the potted botanical wonder called Bonsai. The literal translation of Bonsai is "tray culture", but the word more broadly refers to bringing a desired part of nature into the home. The popular art of putting a tree in a pot originated over 1,300 […]
Written by David S. Spring pest control sets the stage for the rest of the year. Plant-eating insects are around all year, even though we may not see them. That little fact is because of the lifecycle of insects. While we may not see the butterfly, it is present as an egg, a pupa, or […]
Written by Elizabeth B. What makes the best indoor hanging plant? With so many creative options for “hanging” plants indoors nowadays, the answer to that question really comes down to your effort and experience level as a gardener. Hanging baskets are always a winner, but with a little design inspiration and the right tools, you can suspend […]
Written by Elizabeth B. There’s little not to love about succulents. With hundreds of varieties to satisfy every gardener’s taste and space, you can’t go wrong. Well, unless you don’t know how to water succulents, of course. These unique plants grow in arid environments with high temperatures and low rainfall. Like cacti, they’ve adapted to […]
Written by Elizabeth B. When we say “air plant,” we’re talking about the more than 650 species of evergreen, perennial, flowering plants in the genus Tillandsia. Air plants naturally grow in the dry, warm climates of the American Southwest and from the deserts of northern Mexico to Argentina’s mountains. Tillandsia plants don’t grow in soil and […]
Written by Elizabeth B. An outdoor garden brings delight, peace, and enjoyment to the entire family, even (and especially!) the four-legged ones. With spring right around the corner, keep your fluffy family members safe with our favorite dog friendly plants and flowers. If you’re looking to upgrade your garden from dog-friendly to dog-centric, we’re also […]
By Richard Flowers, ACCNP-Green Thumb Nursery-Ventura The increasing popularity and interest for interior plants has exploded recently. More and more people are homebound and want some company and take up a new hobby. Soon these people become hooked and turn into a passion where they actually collect them and hunt down new, rare, and exciting […]
Written by Susan B. There is nothing about our Southern California weather that reminds us it’s February or that we’re still in the midst of winter. But Valentine’s Day serves as that reminder — even if it doesn’t give us much of an indication of what garden chores we ought to do this month. We’re […]
Written by Elizabeth B. Congratulations on your new rose! We’re happy you’ve decided to usher in the new year with one of the most rewarding investments you can have in the garden. In this article, we’ll tell you everything you need to know to properly plant your dormant rose in the ground or a container. […]