Organic vs. Non-Organic Soils: Why You Should Choose Organic Soil Mixes and Amendments
Written by Susan B. If you’re growing plants in containers, the most important consideration – [...]
Tomato Risotto with Shrimp Soup
Ingredient: 6 tablespoons olive oil, divided 2 teaspoons garlic, minced, divided 1 tablespoon shallot, minced [...]
Late Summer Planting Guide: Vegetables to Grow for a Fall Harvest and When to Plant Them
Written by Susan B. There is no denying the fact that our southern California climate [...]
Banana Pudding Parfaits
Ingredient:For the Pudding 3/4 cup sugar 1/4 cup + 2 tablespoons cornstarch Heaping 1/4 teaspoon [...]
Creamy Pasta with Crispy Mushrooms
Ingredient: 4 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 1 lb. mixed mushrooms (such as maitake, oyster, crimini, [...]
A Guide to Drip Irrigation Systems
Written by Susan B. We devoted a recent post to talking about watering efficiently – without wasting [...]
Easy Cheesy Biscuits
Ingredient: 3 cups all-purpose flour 3 teaspoons baking powder 1 tablespoon sugar 1 teaspoon salt [...]
Homemade Orange Marmalade
Ingredient: 5 pounds ripe oranges 4 cups water 6 cups sugar 3 pint jars with [...]
Why You Should Mulch Your Garden Beds Throughout the Summer
Written by Susan B. Have you ever wondered why the landscaped areas and trees in [...]
Essential Summer Garden To-Do’s to Guard Against Disease, Insect, and Pest Problems
Written by Susan B. Throughout the summer, we get to enjoy everything our yards and [...]