Itâs early August, and that means a new gardening season is upon us. You may not think of the final full month of summer as a great gardening month, but itâs indeed time to resume work in the garden. Weeding at this time of year is particularly important, as many weeds are producing their seeds,…
SPRINGVILLE — Ann Johnson-Stone spends most days tending to her garden, where hundreds of flowers span across her front yard, the side of her driveway and across her backyard. Gardening has been a way for her to find peace amid turbulent times. Johnson-Stone, who was born in 1942 during the height of World War II,…
Chaos gardening—just the term alone is provocative. It’s borderline an oxymoron; gardening is all about cultivating, tending and curating a selection of plants. It requires effort and discernment, and a certain degree of planning, right? Where does the ‘chaos’ come into play, and how could it possibly create something other than a gnarled mass of…
The Palo Vista Gardens garden club members, organized by CalFresh Healthy Living, UC Cooperative Extension in Alameda County, socialize while growing their own vegetables. CalFresh Healthy Living, UCCE promotes healthy habits for older people in Oakland “I not only live here, I garden here,” said Karen Smulevitz, a resident of Palo Vista Gardens, a public housing complex…
Itâs the height of summer, and the weather is hot, hot, hot! That doesnât mean work in the garden is done. Instead, venture outdoors in the early morning or late in the afternoon. Avoid working in the sun during the hottest part of the day. If youâve been putting off addressing a shady challenge in…
Mowing your lawn might seem like a basic chore, but during the summer, it’s one of the most important things you can do to protect your grass from scorching heat. If you’ve noticed brown patches or thinning areas, the culprit might not be the sun alone — it could be how you’re mowing. Cutting your…
Connie Etemadi | Contributor After retiring from the small business he ran in Durham, North Carolina, Chuck Contres found himself searching for structure—and a way to stay active. Gardening, to his surprise, offered both purpose and peace of mind. But as he began buying tools and supplies, he quickly realized how expensive the hobby had…
Basil is a popular, easy-to-grow herb that many gardeners (and chefs) adore. Its delicious leaves bring a delightful blend of sweet, peppery, and clove-like flavors to a variety of dishes. However, while basil complements many plants, there are some that it shouldn’t be paired with, not because this herb is detrimental, but because of differing…
