Anawalt Gardening & Tool Tips
Gardening, even in temperate Southern California is guided by the calendar. Each seasonal phase brings the promise of new beginnings and the letting go of past glories.
The transition from 2020 to 2021 feels like a jail sentence drawing to an end, a culmination, a new chapter. So lets take a deep breath of crisp winter air and look forward.
If the October beverage menu at Starbucks tells us anything, it’s that people LOVE the fall. I have no shame in admitting I am very much one of those people. Give me all the pumpkin spice beverages and fall scented candles.
In addition to my seasonal beverage lineup and candles, I also love to decorate my home for the fall
Citrus hues are a great way to add a pop of color. These are bright and punchy colors that will add life to anything in your home.
For a bold and playful statement, we suggest using any of these colors on a front door, a refinished piece of furniture, or an Adirondack chair.
Summer travel plans on hold? Don’t stay cooped up inside! Check out our guide to see how you can make the most of your outdoor living space.
I love buying flowers from the store. I’m sure many of you can relate to grabbing a bouquet from Trader Joe’s — so tempting! Store Bought BouquetThey always brighten up my home and make me happy. However, this spring, after many years of buying flowers, I decided to plant my own cutting garden.
Now, more than ever, is a great time to grow your own food. These quick-growing veggies will help you spend more time at home and less time at the grocery store.
Your veggies need a good bed to get tucked into. Let’s take a look at how to get your garden bed ready for planting.
An herb garden is one of the easiest gardening projects for beginners — and one of the most rewarding.
While indoor herb gardening isn’t completely set and forget, it’s less strenuous than outdoor gardening, which involves bending, kneeling, and exposure to the elements.
Now, more than ever, is a great time to grow your own vegetables!
You don’t need a massive backyard to do this — a small balcony or patio will suffice. As a bonus, container gardening gives you greater control over light, temperature, pest management, and soil composition.
Don’t let living in an apartment keep you from expressing your creative side. Here are a few simple and affordable ways to add some character to your outdoor space.
The Valentine’s Day palette transcends tradition, encompassing romantic shades like blush pinks, passionate reds, moody purples, and serene whites. These colors are potent tools for transforming interiors.
Introducing Valentine’s-inspired paint colors into your home can evoke powerful emotions of love and comfort.
Love is blossoming, and soon your garden will be too. Follow our February Planting Tips and enjoy the fruits of your labor this spring and summer in your salads and smoothies.
It’s thyme to start planting your seeds!
Anawalt Lumber’s January planting tips feature herbs to add to your garden now and enjoy on your plate in spring.
Start the year with a garden full of goodies.
Our December Planting Tips give you the best winter veggies and flowers to get a head start on spring.
Autumn colors are rooted in nature, evoking feelings of comfort and serenity. They range from rich, warm tones like terracotta and ochre to softer shades like sage green and mushroom gray. These hues are timeless and easy to coordinate with various decor styles.
Autumn-inspired paint shades create inviting spaces that balance vibrancy with relaxation.