A collage of summer flowers suitable for hot Southern California weather, including marigolds, lantana, daylilies, sunflower, and roses, with a title above the images.
Protected: Welcoming the Summertime With the Best Flowers for Hot Weather in Southern California

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Collage of vegetables and fruits, including cucumbers, peppers, potatoes, tomato, leafy greens, strawberries, carrots, and bell pepper, with text "How and When to Fertilize Your Summer Vegetable Garden.
How and When to Fertilize Your Summer Vegetable Garden

Written by Kelsey W. Vegetables represent some of the easiest plants to grow, and many [...]

A glass of strawberry yogurt with visible swirl patterns, topped with fresh strawberry slices, sits on a coaster beside a spoon and a green napkin. Text reads "STRAWBERRY YOGURT.
Strawberry Yogurt

Ingredients: 1/2 cup Ripe Strawberries 2 tablespoons Sugar 1½ cups Plain Yogurt or Curd (or [...]

Four types of shade trees suitable for Southern California yards, each shown with leaves, flowers, or fruit, under text promoting low-maintenance options.
Shade Tree Options for Your SoCal Yard That Require Virtually Zero Maintenance

Written by Kelsey W. Shade trees are a delight in any yard, especially when it’s [...]

Banner with photos of a protea flower and related plants, with the text "How to Care for Protea (and Their Relatives)" on a white background.
How to Care for Protea (and Their Relatives)

Did you know that Protea is related to the Macadamia, how delicious is that? Protea [...]

Collage of large flowering plants with text: "The Best Plants for Big Blooms and Giant Flowers for Your SoCal Garden.
The Best Plants for Big Blooms and Giant Flowers for Your SoCal Garden

Written by Kelsey W. The number of species of plants out there seems endless, and [...]

Header reads "Tips To Keep Your Upcoming Vegetable Garden Pest Free" above images of aphids on a leaf, a red mite on a green surface, and a caterpillar on a stem.
Tips To Keep Your Upcoming Vegetable Garden Pest Free

Written by Kelsey W. The mild weather of Southern California gives millions of plants and [...]

Collage of four plants with text reading "The Best Plants for a Brand New Novice Gardener"; images show leafy greens, tomatoes, pothos, and beets.
The Best Plants for a Brand New Novice Gardener

Written by Kelsey W. Growing your own garden plants is a fantastic adventure, but what [...]

Collage of vegetables and fruits including kale, carrots, zucchini, cucumber, cilantro, and strawberries with text about fast-growing options for a Southern California garden.
These are the Fastest Growing Vegetables for Your SoCal Garden

Written by Kelsey W. Growing a beautiful vegetable garden is one of the most rewarding [...]

A slice of carrot cake cheesecake topped with walnuts on a table, with a basket of carrots in the background.
Carrot Cake Cheesecake

Ingredients: 2 large eggs, room temperature 1/2 cup packed brown sugar 1/2 cup canola oil [...]

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