How to keep plants healthy in summer heat
July 1, 2022
It’s hot out there and your plants may need extra protection this weekend as temperatures climb. Consider moving tender container plants into shady areas. Also note… Read More 
Gardener's Blog
Garden Alert: Large trees are suffering due to drought measures
September 3, 2015
We've all have had to adapt to state imposed water restrictions this spring and summer. Many of us, myself included, have curtailed or cut-off the watering… Read More 
Deep Drip Planting Stakes
July 22, 2015
Established trees have experienced drought stress as gardeners have stopped watering lawns. You can spot drought stress by looking for burning, discolored leaves, and early defoliation. The… Read More
Weekly WaterWise Solution: Mulch Lock
July 8, 2015
Our best recommendation for conserving water is to apply mulch so that plant roots stay cool and moist. Keeping mulch in place can help improve soil and increase biological activity. Mulch-Lock locks mulch in place… Read More
SF Chronicle article on Global Climate Change and Your Backyard
June 15, 2008
Terrific article in the SF Chronicle on Global Climate Change and Your Backyard
UC Davis offers water-saving wisdom
Ron Sullivan, Joe Eaton
Wednesday, June 11, 2008
San Francisco Chronicle
At a… Read More 
Summer Container Watering
July 2, 2007
Keep up on watering container plants...we have a few suggestions to help!
First and foremost: water each plant to the top of the container rim so that… Read More 
All about Anigozanthos
May 24, 2007
Anigozanthos, grows from short underground horizontal rhizomes. As its common name ‘Kangaroo Paw’ suggests, it is native to southwestern Australia. The proper name comes from the… Read More Curious if we have your favorite plant or product in stock? Call one of our locations directly and we'll be happy to check.
