How to Grow Artichokes, the Delectable Thistles

Artichokes are cool-season perennials. In California, they’re typically planted in the fall and produce buds in the spring after they overwinter. They require cool weather to form buds, a chilling period known as vernalization. The plants thrive in mild winters...

How to Grow Brussels Sprouts in Your Garden: Top Tips

Love ’em or hate ’em, there’s no denying the nutritional punch and distinct flavor of Brussels sprouts. Glucosinolate compounds are responsible for their bitterness and intense aroma. When roasted, Brussels sprouts develop a sweet, caramelized flavor...

A Gardener’s Guide to Snake Plant Care

“It takes a licking and keeps on ticking.” Timex adopted this slogan for wristwatches in the ’60s. Snake plants don’t have a slogan, but they should. They’re almost indestructible. The snake plant is tailor-made for forgetful gardeners...

How to Grow Broccoli in Your Family Garden

Growing your own vegetables has become a thing. It’s easy to see why. Homegrown vegetables are picked at their peak ripeness, ensuring superior flavor and nutrients. You control the use of pesticides and fertilizers, resulting in healthier produce. You save...

Plumeria Plant Care in Southern California

Plumeria, also known as frangipani or temple tree, are tropical American shrubs or small trees with sweet, fragrant blooms. Despite their close association with Hawaii (aloha!), Plumeria plants are native to the Caribbean Basin. They thrive in Southern...

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