Last year, in the spring of 2023, Laura and I were riding our bikes along an inland trail in North County when suddenly, an endless array of golden scenery came into sight that went on forever. The natural beauty of the moment was intoxicating. Mother Nature’s garden on the trail […]
The Southern Bush Monkeyflower, scientifically known as Diplacus longiflorus, What is that- Series: I am always amazed at the plants and flowers that grow in my yard after the winter rains. Here is a picture of the Southern Bush Monkeyflower (Diplacus longiflorus). The Southern Bush Monkeyflower, scientifically known as Diplacus […]
Desert Broom (Baccharis sarothroides): A Resilient California Native Plant Introduction Desert Broom (Baccharis sarothroides), a hardy and drought-tolerant California native plant, is a prominent member of the coastal sage scrub and desert ecosystems throughout the southwestern United States. This resilient shrub is known for its distinctive appearance, adaptability, and essential […]
In the heart of the garden, where whispers catch, Stands I, an azalea, with time’s latch. Four decades strong, in bloom and bough, I hold the seasons, then and now. My roots, deep in the nurturing earth, Bear witness to my enduring worth. Twisted branches, wide and wise, Tell tales […]
A thriving garden is a culmination of many elements working harmoniously together, from the quality of soil to the amount of sunlight and, of course, adequate water supply. For many gardeners, ensuring the latter is managed through the installation of an irrigation system. However, just setting up an irrigation system […]
Making The Switch From Gas Engines To Battery-Powered Equipment Today’s landscape entrepreneurs have the unique opportunity to set themselves apart from the crowd by providing their customers with a better service experience and saving the environment in the process. If you own your own landscaping business, you may […]
Check out the recent Redfin article we were featured in 10 Expert Gardening Tips for Spring to Prep Your Backyard | Redfin Spring is officially here, which means we can finally use all our pent-up energy from winter to step back into the garden. Whether you live in San Diego, CA, […]
Communicating The Details As you are reading this, take a moment to consider what features you love most about the plants and lawn around your home. While those features may be evident to you, on our side of the business, we have realized that these preferences will be very different […]
Recently we updated a clients potted plants. We removed the old saturated soil and added new fresh potting soil. We decided to go with some nice hibiscus plants and treated for white-fly with a systemic in the soil. The pots are watered from a drip line running along the bottom […]
This time of year may be perfect for aerating your lawn. There are warm season lawns and cold season lawns. If you have warm-season grass, the period of active growth is in the summer, which means if you aerate your lawn now, it can give your lawn an extra boost […]
