Our pomegranate is leafing out now.
Wordless Wednesday: Giving the Garden Some Love
Much-needed rain in Los Angeles is giving the garden some love. Here's some inspiration to help get you ready for spring.
YouTube: Free Water – How to Set Up a Rain Barrel
Christy shares how to create your own water catchment system so you can reuse valuable free water long after it rains.
Christy's new book is an essential tool in your garden basket.
New Book! High Yield Small Space Organic Gardening
Big news, gardenerds: High Yield Small Space Organic Gardening is available for pre-order. Christy's latest book comes out on April 8, 2025, just in time for spring.
YouTube: 5 Vegetables for Your Patio and Balcony
Space is a premium when growing on a patio and balcony, so grow these 5 vegetables to get more bang for your buck.
Spring planning is fun!
Plan Your Abundant Edible Garden is Back!
Just in time for spring, we've opened registration for Plan Your Abundant Edible Garden. It's back, and it's going to help you create your most efficient, successful garden yet.
Where should I put my garden? We answer that question.
YouTube: Where Should I Put My Garden? – How to Orient Your Plot From Scratch
The first question new gardeners ask is "Where should I put my garden?" This week's video shares what to look for when selecting a location for your new garden plot.
YouTube: How to Grow Sugar Snap & Snow Peas Start to Finish
Our latest video dives into how to grow sugar snap and snow peas. Christy shares tricks & tips for growing peas in small spaces.
Our hens started laying a month earlier than last year. Maybe it's the dry weather, but we're happy to have them sooner.
Wordless Wednesday: The Garden Marches On
As spring approaches slowly, the garden marches on. Winter has been dry here in SoCal. But here's a little sunshine to brighten your week.
YouTube: A Winter Pruning Guide for Your Fruit Trees
Winter pruning is an important part of fruit tree care. In our latest video, Christy shares step-by-step instructions to guide you through the process.
White ash of mustard green leaves.
Post-Wildfire Gardening – Are My Veggies Safe to Eat?
With all the smoke, ash, and debris flying through the air, the big question coming up now is "Are my vegetables safe to eat?" Today's post sets out to answer that question.