Chlorosis in plants is when the leaves turn yellow, but the veins may remain green. All the experts tell you it is due to an iron deficiency – but this is not true for plants in the Southwest USA. Urban Myth Yellow leaves, also called chlorosis, is a simple thing […]
Planting many types of plants is better in autumn, to give the plant a chance to slowly get used to it’s new space – but spring is good for planting too. Now – before it heats up too much. Want a shade tree? It is not too late to plant […]
Houseplants are pampered pets compared to their outdoor cousins. Even in air conditioning, these pets can be feeling the effects of summer in a number of ways. Summer Light Summer light quality is more intense. The quantity is greater too, although that’s changing as we head towards autumn. Have you […]
July is nigh, and since July is “National Smart Irrigation Month” let’s look at just what it takes to be smart about watering your plants in the Southwest. All plants need more water as temperatures rise and it becomes harder to cool themselves. Water is critical in our region, […]
Time to order your daffodils! Yes, there is record heat this summer in many parts of the Southwest but I want you to think about spring! Cool crisp spring. All year long I have been calling your attention to National and International celebrations, and why should this post be any […]
Ants are beneficial for gardens. I agree, they are not so beneficial inside the home. But out in the garden they can be good – even if they are stripping the leaves off your Lady Banks’ rose. Most “Bugs” are Good The buzz is out about bees, and everyone loves […]
The warm season vegetable gardening season is starting, and many readers are ‘rarin’ to get growing. Here are my top ten tips for success. Number 1 Tip – Plant What You Eat Plant something that you like to eat – or will use, like maybe gourds. Want tomatoes? Tomatoes are […]
Vegetables can be easy to grow – especially now that the cooler season is upon us. So maybe call this Cool Season Vegetable Gardening – Tips & Tricks. Yes, it is time now for a cool season vegetable garden in the Southwest. Or maybe less than a garden. Maybe just […]
It is easy to create compost in a dry climate. Properly done, composting is not unsightly, nor does it smell, or invite pests. I discussed the basics last week (here). More than the Basics Do you get my newsletter? One reader who does emailed me via the link at the […]
