Anawalt Gardening & Tool Tips
The Celts, Romans, and early herbalists considered vebena a powerful sacred plant and used it in purification rituals and healing remedies.Â
Verbena is equally a decorative plant and a practical solution for herbal enthusiasts. Whether you’re a home gardener, a passionate herbalist, or someone who loves plants, it offers something special.Â
It’s easy enough to foster a native plant garden that invites avian life.
Native plants are perfectly adapted to Southern California’s arid climate. They provide the nectar, berries, seeds, and shelter that native birds rely on, and they use less water and require less maintenance than imported species.Â
Personalizing your garden is a way to connect with nature, repurpose household items, and create something unique.
DIY garden decor is cost-effective, environmentally friendly, and, unlike your Uncle Bill’s ceramic garden gnomes, a true expression of your imagination.
Edmond Michel of New Orleans created the first electric power saw in 1927. His circular saw revolutionized the construction and woodworking industries, allowing for faster and more precise cutting.
Over time, power saws have evolved into specialized tools for various tasks. They can be electric, battery-powered, or gas-driven.
Building a fish pond is a next-level gardening project that combines creativity, engineering, and sustainability.
A pond can transform a yard in ways that ordinary landscaping cannot — attracting birds and wildlife, creating a place for meditation, and — as a bonus — adding value to your property.
Metro Los Angeles is home to several species of hummingbirds, with Anna’s hummingbird being the most common year-round resident.
These tiny, energetic creatures bring energy, life, and brilliant color to a garden and keep curious house cats entertained for hours.
You’ve followed the planting schedules, the watering guidelines, and the mulching recommendations, but are you getting the most out of your watermelon crop?
Not unless you’ve tried companion planting.
Historically, garden borders defined spaces in large estates and formal gardens. Think of the intricate hedges in English estates or the tidy gravel pathways in French symmetry gardens. Their purpose was to create a neat, polished, and structured garden.Â
Today, borders are scaled down for much smaller suburb “estates,” but their role remains the same.
These native Mexican, Central American, and South American plants, with delicate, feathery foliage and a broad color palette, symbolize resilience. They thrive in poor soil, demand minimal care, and still produce alluring blossoms.
Ignore them all you want. They’ll still reward you with abundant flowers.
Lantana are hardy, fragrant, ornamental plants that originated in wild tropical climates and have since adapted to grow in dry, arid areas. They’re tailor-made for Southern California’s hot, dry summers.
They’re pretty and practical, too! Here’s why they’re worth considering for your yard.
Native plants have evolved in California’s climate and conditions.
They require less water, fertilizer, and pesticides than non-native species and provide critical habitat for local wildlife like birds, bees, and butterflies.
Creating a concrete porch, patio, or walkway sounds like a job for a seasoned pro or accomplished DIYer. But you don’t have to be an expert to get good results.
Just as your favorite marinara sauce follows a tried and true recipe, there’s a formula for pouring concrete.
Every DIYer has a drill — or several — in the garage and a complement of specialized drill bits to match.
The drill, which has been around for thousands of years, will likely remain a featured tool in construction and home repair well into the future.
Using the wrong drill bit leads to poor-quality work, broken tools, or safety hazards. Each drill bit is designed for a specific purpose.
Understanding these drill bit types ensures your work is efficient, safe, and professional-looking.
Companion planting is growing different plants together for mutual benefit.
This time-tested technique pairs plants with complementary qualities to help each other flourish.
Companion planting can enhance growth, increase fruit production, and improve the flavor of your strawberries.