Spice up your meals this winter with herbs grown right in your kitchen. A little creative container gardening will go a long way in the flavor department, and can add a little spice to your kitchen decor, as well. With so many herbs to choose from, combining different plants in a single container can produce [...]

Most of the plants that you’ll put in your yard or garden have a one year or less. Trees, however, represent a long term commitment.  The type of tree that you choose will be with you for many years to come. If you’re looking for a tree that will provide a return on that long-term investment, you’ll be looking [...]

Keeping a lush and lovely garden in the presence of pets can be a challenge. Animals have a tendency to want to munch on the green stuff, but some plants, pesticides and herbicides can be toxic for your pets. To maintain a safe and beautiful lawn and garden area, try these pet-friendly tips: Using a [...]

Unless you live in very low desert regions, lemon, lime, orange and other citrus trees are not recommended. However, some wonderful fruit trees are suited for higher desert climes. All of these include varieties that are self-pollinating and need a good winter chill for continued fruit production year over year. Cherries are a popular choice [...]

You’ve worked hard on your garden. You’ve spent months cultivating those tiny seedlings. You’ve banished weeds and bugs as best you could.  Your toil has been rewarded with some fruits, but there’s still more on the vine.  And now… vacation time. If you’re relatively new to gardening, it can be a worrisome thing to let [...]