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Most beautiful spring ever, March 2015

I don’t know what it is, the age of our plantings or the weather, but this has turned into the most beautiful spring ever in our southern California yard and garden. I am utterly enthused about our prospects for a … Continue reading

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What is (or will be) growing in my garden this year

List of vegetables that are or will be growing in my southern California year this year. Continue reading

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She who dies with the most seeds wins

Gardeners often buy more seeds, bulbs and plants than they need, but who is to say what someone needs? Plant and seed buying may address a deep-seated genetic desire to have enough food. Continue reading

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I need more chard!

Chard (Swiss chard) is easy to grow from seed, looks beautiful in the garden, and tastes delicious in many different recipes. Continue reading

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Pumpkins aren’t just for Halloween

Heirloom pumpkins offer a smorgasborg of shapes, colors, surfaces and tastes. Organic pumpkins are too good to just toss after Halloween. Continue reading

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