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...
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)....
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...
My roots, deep in the nurturing earth, Bear witness to my enduring worth. Twisted branches, wide and wise, Tell tales of suns and winter skies. Each spring, a burst of life anew, A canopy of pink, red, white, or blue. My flowers, in abundant grace, Dance with the...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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 of...