Cutting Boards – Getting Started in Making Your Own
Making cutting boards is a newer addition to my many hobbies. To date, I have made nine or ten of them and a few of… Read More »Cutting Boards – Getting Started in Making Your Own
Making cutting boards is a newer addition to my many hobbies. To date, I have made nine or ten of them and a few of… Read More »Cutting Boards – Getting Started in Making Your Own
I love our California Buckwheat plant! It is one of the rare plants that looks attractive during each season. It is an evergreen with beautiful,… Read More »Plant Profile: California Buckwheat
One of our favorite things about spring is when the cactus begin to bloom. Cactus blooms are stunning and very special to see. Cactus truly… Read More »Plant Profile: Beavertail Cactus
Introduction Having indoor plants has been around for many years and for good reason. Plants are known to improve the air quality, reduce stress and… Read More »DIY Indoor Plant Stand: Budget-Friendly Project
I have grown lemon balm for many years. It has been a favorite plant of mine because it grows well in our area, has beautiful… Read More »Plant Profile: Lemon Balm
I have a deep appreciation and love for trees and I started writing this post several months ago. Half way into writing this tree appreciation… Read More »Tree Appreciation for Arbor Day
I would like this to be a four part series about seasonal ornamental gardening for zone 8b. I live in the high desert of California… Read More »Spring Garden Planning
The other day I was reflecting on what plants I grew as a kid. I have always had a garden and I have a few… Read More »Plant Profile: Alyssum
This year I really want to focus more on growing herbs in the garden. Having herbs readily available to use while cooking is very handy.… Read More »Plant Profile: Mint
Potting cactus can be tricky since you don’t want to touch them. It is instinctual to reach out and cradle a plant in the middle… Read More »Potting Tips for Torch Cactus