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February Garden Calendar

Spring is in the air, but the calendar reminds us we are still in the middle of winter. I’m sure the folks back east probably don’t need any reminders. But, in California and many parts of the country, February is the month where we can start planting in the garden and/or start seeds in cold Read more…

Getting Dirty in November ~ Garden Calendar

We have the privilege to enjoy gardening all year round in California but don’t hate us for it! Our dear friends elsewhere, start lushing over all those garden catalogues during the harsh winter months. If you get cabin fever,

October Garden Calendar

Autumn is already here but why am I surprised? It’s as if I want to slow down the natural cycles to enjoy just a few more hot summer days. However, I too, like all creatures, will will embrace the cooler days, the earlier darkness, and the gentle reminder to get ready for winter. These are signals Read more…

Rooting Mediums for Plant Propagation

Here is a list of ideal potting mixes to use for plant propagation. Experiment to see which mixes and in what combinations work best for your cuttings. Ideally, rooting medium will be sterile, low in

Willow Rooting Hormone for Plant Propagation

Forget about using chemical hormones to root your plant starts. Instead, with this recipe, you can make your own NATURAL rooting hormone using branches from the willow genus. Willow trees can be found in marshy areas or near running water, like creeks and streams. The chemical properties noted for increasing strike rate – rooting growth Read more…

August Garden Calendar

August is one of my favorite months to garden in. For one, I love that we can just eat our way through it!  I love the sun kissed smell of the earth as I crunch over the hot redwood needles. This is called forest aromatherapy creating instant peace of mind. I love finding the seed Read more…

July Garden Calendar

It is the beginning of July, thankfully warm, and therefore we can officially say summer is here. With a long cold winter and no spring to speak of, the hot sun and long days feels glorious. July is a peak month for buzzing about the garden. Whether you garden barefoot, garden by moonlight, or garden Read more…

Getting Dirty In January – Garden Calendar

The Happy New Year brings all kinds of new opportunities to spend more quality time growing your favorite fruits, vegetables and herbs.  We also take time to tune in to the winter season and what IS in season for us to harvest, cook with and be nourished by.

Getting Dirty in December ~ Garden Calendar

Cool winter winds rustle the last remaining leaves on deciduous trees. Get out there and enjoy the outdoors! PLANT START IN FLATS DIRECT SOW

Getting Dirty in October ~ Garden Calendar

It has been a magical Fall season for seed collecting here on our property in the Santa Cruz Mountains.  Every year I get drawn to a special focus in my garden and this year it was appreciating the diversity and possibility of the seed. I have always found seeds to be simply amazing and I Read more…