Jasmine is one of the most beloved flowering plants. It’s easy to see why. It has a delicate, sweet fragrance that fills the air. Its dainty white or pink flowers are revered for purity and beauty. It’s easy to grow, especially in a favorable climate like...
Verbena is a blue color herb with a million-dollar look. This hardworking herb has been cherished in gardens, kitchens, and medicine cabinets for centuries. The Celts, Romans, and early herbalists considered it a powerful sacred plant and used it in purification...
Plants, birds, or a sustainable environment? Which do you favor? You can favor all three with a native plant garden that welcomes avian life — and bees and butterflies, too. Native plants are perfectly adapted to Southern California’s arid climate. They provide...
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 resin garden gnomes, a true expression of your...
The first power saws were powered by steam — the same stuff that makes your teapot whistle. These saws significantly increased productivity, enabling large-scale lumber processing to meet the rising demand for timber during industrial expansion. Steam technology...
