Southern California Coastal & Inland Valleys
March 30, 2006
By Yvonne Savio,
Pasadena, CA
National News - From NGA Editors
New Red and Pink Everblooming Hydrangeas
Many gardeners in Northern climates have been enjoying the blue hydrangea ‘Endless Summer’ for a few years. Unlike most mophead hydrangeas ( Hydrangea macrophylla ), ‘Endless Summer’ blooms on new...
Dual-Use Water Nozzle
It’s time to start watering lawns and gardens. While conventional water nozzles produce a pressurized stream of water that’s good for washing cars and driveways, they aren’t the best for watering...
Unique Double-Flowered Hostas
Hostas are one of the most popular shade perennials. They’re carefree and easy to grow, and not only are there many variations of leaf color and pattern, the flowers on many varieties are...
Avoid Cypress Mulch
Hurricane Katrina’s destruction on the gulf coast extends beyond the houses and streets of New Orleans. It’s estimated that more than 64,000 acres of mature cypress forest was wiped out in the...
In My Garden
Growing Fruit Trees
The weather from now through June is ideal for planting citrus, avocado, kiwi, kumquat, and pomegranate, and other tender trees. In frost-free areas, also try cherimoya, guava, mango, and passion fruit. For containers, be sure to choose dwarf...
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Resources
Favorite or New Plant
Perennials for Dry and Moist Conditions Perennials with great tolerance for drought include achillea, anaphalis, artemisia,...
Clever Gardening Technique
Separating Seedlings An old fork or spoon will separate and lift seedlings gently from flats, and the handle (or...
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Regional Reminders
- Handle Seedlings Gently
- Pluck Strawberry Blossoms
- Harvesting Asparagus
- Pruning Fuchsias
- Fertilize Everything
