Observing what is new and observing the results of your actions will teach you many things about plants and gardening. I have four orchids that came to me randomly as rescue plants or impulse buys. I never gave their care much thought until I...

Today I came home to a lady beetle perched on my door just above the lock. Lady beetles are actually Coccinellids, thanks for asking. These cute little beetles are one of the most loved insects around the world. Considered a sign of good luck...

The path, bridge and stand of Cornus sericea invites you. The winter is a choice time to visit the East Bay Regional Parks Botanical Garden. There are less visitors and the natural beauty is easily experienced and soaked into the soul. The...

Smudge sticks are bundles of herbs, typically a sage, that are lit and allowed to smolder. The smoke permeates the area and clings to bad energy. When the smoke clears, so does the negativity. I recently moved from a little cuckoo's nest high in the...

It's the smallest hanging pot I have ever owned. I saved it for the right plant to come along. I am excited that the miniature tulips I planted have begun to sprout. On Nov. 2nd I posted on planting miniature bulbs. I thought I'd give you an...