Fuchsia Plant Care for Bodacious Blooms

“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...

Caring for Garden Tools: Maintenance Tips for Longevity

A clean shovel is a thing of beauty. Not hardware store clean, but fresh from the garden and properly cleaned for storage. Just as your prize-winning tomatoes need care, so do the tools that help you cultivate them. Why Proper Tool Care Matters Sharp, clean, and...

A DIY Guide to Building a Rainwater Collection System

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...

Leafy Greens with a Kick: Growing Arugula in Southern California

Arugula is a leafy green with a distinct peppery flavor. It belongs to the Brassicaceae family, which includes mustard and cabbage. It has been a staple in Mediterranean cuisine for centuries. Pliny the Elder wrote about it in the First Century AD. The Romans...

Introduction to Hydroponic Gardening for Compact Spaces

Hydroponic gardening offers several advantages over traditional sod-busting, including: The efficient use of space Water conservation Better pest control Faster growth rates Commercial farmers have embraced the technology. Chances are those juicy cherry tomatoes you...

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