“Fuchsia” may be hard to spell, but it’s easy to care for. Of course, we’re talking about the spectacular flowering shrub that thrives in Southern California. With just a little TLC, a fuchsia plant will reward you with bright, showy flowers...
Rainwater collection was legalized in California with the Rainwater Capture Act in 2012. Before then, permits were required and still are in many states. But Californians are in luck! Even though gas is sky-high, and housing prices are through the roof, rainwater is...
Mandevilla is a flowering vine native to Central and South America. Its dazzling, trumpet-shaped flowers and glossy green foliage make it a favorite for gardens, landscapes, and containers. The plant flourishes in Southern California’s benign climate, showing...
“Old roses tend to be stable, long-lived, and sturdy, especially when grown from cuttings. Many show a strong resistance to black spot and other diseases. The unforgettable ‘true rose’ fragrance is not found in the modern hybrids. Old roses have an...
Roses are one of the best medicinal and culinary plants. If used for these purposes, they should be grown organically. Toxic pesticides and other chemicals will compromise their medicinal and food value. Spraying the plants with synthetic poisons is a bad idea if you...
