Collage showing tropical plants: pink hibiscus, orange flowers, lush greenery, and purple African violets with the text "Can You Grow Tropical Plants in Southern California Even Though It's Very Dry?.
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Beautiful Plants for Your Balcony or Patio When You Don’t Have Yard Space

Written by Kelsey W. Space often comes at a premium for those of us who [...]

Collage of various native plants suitable for Southern California yards, including poppies, sunflowers, and lavender, with text "The Best Native Plants for SoCal Yards and Homes.
The Best Native Plants for SoCal Yards and Homes

Written by Kelsey W. Southern Californians often brag about the wonderful weather and year-round greenery [...]

Collage showing preparation for spring vegetable planting: white flowers, green lettuce, a basket of carrots, and an artichoke in Southern California.
Preparing Your Home for Spring Vegetable Planting in Southern California

Written by Kelsey W. Planting a vegetable garden is a rewarding experience and can encourage [...]

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What to Do When Your Plant Starts Losing Leaves (and it’s not supposed to)

Written by Kelsey W. Is the plant you’ve had on your porch for years starting [...]

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The Easiest California Plants to Grow in Your SoCal Yard

Written by Kelsey W. Are you jealous of your next-door neighbor’s beautiful front yard? Do [...]

Collage with images of various roses, a person tending to roses, and another watering plants. Text overlay reads: "Tips for Growing Roses Outside Your Southern California Home.
Tips for Growing Roses Outside Your Southern California Home

Written by Kelsey W. When you imagine a garden full of roses, a misty day [...]

Basket of carrots, onions on a mat, and leafy greens in a garden, with text "Knowing When to Harvest Your Winter Vegetable Garden.
Knowing When to Harvest Your Winter Vegetable Garden

Written by Kelsey W. If ever there was a better place to get acquainted with [...]

Collage of companion plants for Southern California gardens, featuring a striped melon, purple lupine, yarrow, nasturtium, cabbage, and rosemary.
Companion Plants That Grow Well Together In Your Southern California Garden

Written by Kelsey W. Companion plants are those that work well together for reasons like [...]

Four images of fruit trees featuring peaches, apples, and persimmons with the text "Selecting Dormant Fruit Trees" at the top.
Selecting Dormant Fruit Trees

By Richard Flowers, ACCNP-Green Thumb Nursery-VenturaIt is that time of year again when dormant fruit [...]

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