Month: November 2015

Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving weekend is a time to reflect on your life and to be not only grateful, but helpful too.  I think Thanksgiving means sharing with others, and giving back. Make some time this weekend (and every week) to stop and sit in silence thinking about what you are thankful for.  I like to go out […]

Wordless Wednesday

Wordless Wednesday Inspiration for your Southern California Garden (Breakers Iris, Erodium, & Frequent Violet Iris) If you want help making yours a year round garden consider calling me at 661-917-3521 or visit my website and contact me there.  

Wind Protection

Although we usually have high winds in October in Southern California it seems to have continued into November.  Here is some information about Wind Protection and how to protect your plants from the wind. Wind can damage plants in many ways, from snapping small twigs to actually knocking over trees.  If you plants (especially high […]

Wordless Wednesday

Wordless Wednesday Inspiration for your Southern California Garden I need some words today:  Thank you to all Veterans, America would not be the same without you.   (Heuchera, Duranta Vine, Coral Vine) If you would like to create a beautiful, thoughtful garden consider calling me at 661-917-3521 for design and horticultural support.  You can also […]

Texture in Design

Texture in design adds depth and movement to a landscape.  You can use texture to bring the eye to a path, a feature, or just a beautiful area of your garden. While touring in Santa Barbara I found a lot of gorgeous plants that can add texture to a design.  Some of them are sharp, […]