Southern California Coastal & Inland Valleys
September, 2007
Regional Report
National News - From NGA Editors
Organic Tomatoes Rich in Antioxidants
People choose organically grown produce over conventionally grown produce for a variety of reasons, such as minimizing pesticide exposure and preference for the taste. New research supports the...
Unusual Double-Flowered Tiger Lily
Tiger lilies ( Lilium lancifolium ) are easy-to-grow, 4- to 6-foot-tall, hardy bulbs that typically produce downward-facing flowers in midsummer. While most have single flowers, an old, unusual...
Floating Planter for Ponds
Barley straw has been shown to emit a chemical thats effective in controlling algae in water gardens and ponds. There are many purely functional barley straw products on the market, but a new...
Make Your Own Garden Cart
Many gardeners fondly remember, and may still own, the original Model 26 Garden Way garden cart. This revolutionary cart made hauling soil, mulch, and other materials much easier than using a...
In the Garden
Choosing Crops in Rotation
At the end of each season we have to decide what future crops to plant where. Even if we have only a tiny space or a group of containers on our patios, it's always wise to rotate crops according to families. That is, choose a plant that's in a...
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Resources
Shows & Events
Orchid Show, Sale, Speakers The South Bay Orchid Society sponsors this September 29-30 weekend event at the South Coast...
Clever Gardening Technique
Towers of Tires Old tires can be used for many things besides tree swings. Single ones filled with soil form...
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Regional Reminders
- Sow Veggies For Winter Eating
- Pamper Seeds
- Pinch Vines to Ripen Fruit
- Get Flowering Shrubs Blooming
- Plant Trees
