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Herbs are easy to grow and full of health benefits and pack a punch to flavor up a boring dish. Culinary herbs are herbaceous plants that are used to add flavor and color to all types of meals. If you find that low-fat or low-salt foods taste bland, use herbs to enhance the flavor of virtually any…

If this season has felt a little unpredictable, you’re not alone. Here in Southern California, we’ve had stretches of unexpected heat followed by cooler days that finally feel like early spring. For gardeners, that kind of swing can be confusing — and sometimes frustrating. March is all about adjusting. Your garden is shifting, your plants…

As we all start planting our gardens, most of us will plant tomatoes. Here are are some common growing mistakes and how to correct them so you can have an abundant crop this summer and well into fall. Not knowing what type of tomato you are growing There seem to be so many types to…

Record Rainfalls We’ve all experienced the water restrictions here in California and watched our lawns turn brown and our plants curl up. People had horror stories of being fined for not adhering to water rations. Then, all of a sudden, the skies opened up and we saw record breaking precipitation and disastrous flooding. Everything was…

With the extreme heat we’ve had the thought of gardening is daunting. The heat spell will soon be over and you will be ready to start planning your fall planting. Here are some things you can do now and tips to get ready for the season. Happy Gardening! Stay Cool! Mary Church