Transplanting Saguaro Cactus

I moved into my new home here in Tucson, AZ last December. It had been occupied by the original owners for 37 years and there’s a lot of updating to do inside and outside. One of the first things I did garden wise is transplanting Saguaro Cactus. MY LATEST VIDEO By the way, the Saguaro Cactus is […]

Tour Of My Desert Garden 2021

I’m writing this in early December and if you’re reading it soon after publishing, Happy Holidays! At the end of every year I to show you what’s been happening plant and landscaping wise. So, come along and join me on a desert garden tour! MY LATEST VIDEO I left Santa Barbara 5 years ago and […]

Answering Your Questions About Fertilizing Roses & Feeding Roses

In this installment of our monthly series we’ll be listing the top questions we get asked about fertilizing roses and feeding roses. This lovely perennial is quite beloved and provokes romance and beauty. To get swoon-worthy flowers it’s important that you are fertilizing and feeding during the growing season. You’ve asked how to fertilize roses […]

Organic Flower Gardening: Good Things To Know

Flower beds need a little extra loving care in order to thrive but it’s not hard to do at all. These organic flower gardening tips will get you well on your way. Whatever flowers and colors you like and use, we all know they draw our eyes right in. Greens are so restful, all-white is […]

Answering Your Questions About Star Jasmine

The aromatic scents of a Star Jasmine in bloom make this plant oh so special. You’ve probably seen this plant growing in various forms; over an arbor, on a trellis, in a pot, or even as a hedge. We get questions about Star Jasmine regularly so we have compiled the 10 most frequent ones and […]

Essentials for Indoor Plants: 16 Accessories for Your Houseplant Collection

You bought your first houseplant and are excited to bring the outdoors inside. But now what? How do you keep your new leafy friend happy and healthy? Don’t worry; we’ve got you covered! Here are some essentials for indoor plants to keep your houseplant collection thriving! You may have heard about the basics, like watering, […]

Tour of My Desert Garden 2022

The year is winding down which means it’s time for another garden tour. I like to show you what’s been happening and also what my plans are for the following year. So, please allow me to take you on a tour of my desert garden! MY LATEST VIDEO I’m still busy remodeling the interior (kitchen […]

Marble Queen Pothos Care: A Growing Tips Guide

You’re probably familiar with the widely known pothos plant, but did you know there are many varieties? The Marble Pothos stands out with its white and cream variegated heart-shaped leaves, setting it apart from the solid green Pothos or the very popular Golden Pothos. While Marble Queen Pothos care is similar to most other Pothos […]

Philodendron Birkin Care & Growing Guide

Do you want a gorgeous yet low-maintenance addition to your houseplant collection? You’ve found it. This plant has quickly become a favorite among indoor gardeners with its stunning, distinctive variegated leaves and easy-care nature. This details Philodendron Birkin care and what you need to know to keep it thriving. I’ve read that it’s a hybrid, […]

Pruning Salvias: How To Prune 3 Different Types of Salvias

Salvias are very popular garden plants. Here are tips for pruning salvias (3 different types) in fall or spring to keep them healthy, in good form, and blooming like crazy. Salvias are popular all the world over. They’re so versatile because they can comfortably fit into many styles of gardens from old-fashioned and cottage right up […]

Rubber Plant Care: A Ficus Elastica Growing Guide

Want an easy-care indoor tree with large, deep green, glossy leaves? Here it is. These Rubber Plant care and growing tips will keep yours looking great. After spending a few years in the interiorscaping biz, I found the Rubber Plant to be the easiest of the Ficus trifecta (including the Fiddleaf and Weeping Fig) to […]

Small Space Gardening Ideas: Tips For Small Garden Spaces

Urban gardeners and small space growers want to grow crops and ornamentals as much as large scale gardeners do. But cultivating a garden in a small yard can be challenging, regardless of whether you’re growing vegetables, herbs, or flowers. Large and sprawling plants can quickly overwhelm a small garden space, and urban gardens are often overshadowed […]