Northern California Coastal & Inland Valleys
September, 2008
Regional Report
National News - From NGA Editors
Wild Ginger on Steroids
Wild ginger ( Asarum ) is a favorite ground cover and woodland plant for shade gardens, especially those located under high deciduous tree canopies. Now from China comes a new cousin of wild...
Reduce Your Risk From Pesticides in Produce
Many people worry about the amount of pesticides they're exposed to through a diet of conventionally grown fruits and vegetables. Even gardeners who grow their own produce depend on food from the...
Eat Your Weeds
Lamb's-quarter is a well-known weed in many vegetable and flower gardens across the country. While many gardeners spend hours pulling and hoeing this weed, maybe they should start eating it...
Easier Way to Plant Bulbs
Its bulb-planting time, and if youre planning on popping in some daffodils, tulips, hyacinths, and other spring beauties, a bulb-planting tool can lesson the strain on your back and legs....
In the Garden
Older Gardeners Share Old Traditions
I just came back from a shoot for Henry's Home and Garden (note the new name) in Atherton. The home was on a 1-acre lot and had just been totally landscaped. The extensive lawn was surrounded by beautiful curved beds of perennials. Mature trees shaded...
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Resources
Shows & Events
Neighborhood Plant Exchange The third annual Lakeshore Neighborhood Plant Exchange is coming on Saturday, October 4th, from...
Clever Gardening Technique
Harvest Basil All Winter You don't have to be Italian to enjoy fragrant, flavorful basil. I purchased basil from the...
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Regional Reminders
- Refresh Yellow Jacket Traps
- Shop for Winter-Blooming Annuals
- Shop Online for Spring-Blooming Bulbs
- Cut Back on Watering
- Shower Indoor Plants
