Gardener's Blog

All about Hydrangea

A lovely shrub for containers or garden beds, hydrangea bloom repeatedly throughout summer. Their colorful, rounded flower clusters make them a useful plant in any container or landscape. Hydrangea… Read More

Ceanothus

Our beloved native Ceanothus (aka California lilac) is one of the earliest spring shrubs to bloom (along with manzanita), and provides much needed pollen and nectar… Read More

All about Poinsettia

The holiday season wouldn't be complete without a poinsettia or two to brighten your home. Our poinsettias come in a range of colors from the palest… Read More

All about Cyclamen

Cyclamen love cool weather and will happily blossom from September to May. They are perfect for containers or dry shade areas. Indoors they prefer a well-lit… Read More

All about Mums

Garden Mums (Chrysanthemum morifolium) signify the season’s change; kids are heading back to school and summer annuals are less vibrant. Mums are hardy perennials that add fall color to… Read More

Our Summer Plant Pick: Salvia

Commonly known as sages, Salvia is available in all shapes and sizes, from 4” high ground covers to 8’ high shrubs. They flower from spring to… Read More

Ode to Rudbeckia

Commonly known as Black Eyed Susan, Rudbeckia is one of our favorite Bay Area perennials to provide bright color going into fall. It grows quickly to about… Read More

All about Lavender

This Mediterranean native and member of the mint family is grown around the world is a landscape staple for the beautiful and fragrant flowers. There are many… Read More

All about Lantana

Plant Lantana to encourage pollinators! Bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds will devour this plant's nectar. Lantana is one of the most popular plants for long-lasting summer color. We… Read More

Bay Area Plant Pick: Echinacea

Echinacea (aka Coneflower) is one of the more popular perennials in the Bay Area for summer color going into fall. Available in vibrant shades of pink… Read More

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