How to Force Spring Flowering Shrubs and Trees
Karen The procedure for forcing spring flowering shrubs and trees is detailed and suggestions for easily forced branches are given.
The Getty Center, Los Angeles, CA
The attractions at the Getty Center in Los Angeles, CA are given.
Tips on Keeping a Garden Journal
The reasons for keeping a garden journal are given and suggestions are made for the kind of entries that will be most rewarding.
The Huntington Garden, San Marino,CA
The highlights of the Huntington Gardens including a visit to the tea room are given.
Los Angeles County Arboretum & Botanic Garden, Arcadia, CA
The layout of the Los Angeles County Arboretum and Botanic Garden in Arcadia, CA is described.
A Visit to Descanso Gardens, Flintridge, CA
A Visit to Descanso Gardens, Flintridge, CA is described.
How to Evaluate Shade
Four types of shade are described and plants that grow well in each are suggested.
How to Make a Winter Garden Beautiful
Ways to spruce up your winter garden are discussed.
Beneficial Insects: Carpenter Bees
Carpenter bees are good pollinators and should be protected when possible.
A Case for Using Botanical Names
Three good reasons are given for using botanical names rather than common names.