Gardening in Southern California is a year-round activity, thanks to mild winters, hot summers, and varied microclimates. However, in some areas, the soil may work against you. The Los Angeles Basin features soils like the Chino Association, a gray, calcareous silt...
Gardening in Southern California is a year-round endeavor, with no forced off-season like winter in Milwaukee. Still, knowing what to plant and when can make the difference between a bountiful garden and one that produces little or nothing. This guide outlines a...
Composting is one of the easiest and most environmentally friendly ways to nourish your garden. It reduces the waste you send to landfills and creates a nutrient-rich plant material. In this guide, we’ve laid out a simple, step-by-step process for making compost...
The hardest part about diatomaceous earth is the spelling. Once you’ve mastered that, the rest falls into place. If you’re an organic gardener looking for a natural way to protect plants and improve soil health, diatomaceous earth could be your new bestie....
If a cucumber plant posted a want ad, it might read like this: Wanted: Constant companion for daily support. Must be able to fix nitrogen and discourage pests. Also must be willing to work for free. Such are the demands for a companion plant for cucumbers. Companion...
