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Garlic, carrots and radishes are so happy with all the rain.

Wordless Wednesday: Winter is Our Spring

California is known for its weather, and for those who don't yet know, winter everywhere else is our spring. Here in SoCal flowers have sprouted everywhere, peas are growing strong, brassicas are loving the rain (LOTS of rain!). For gardeners with yards covered in snow, enjoy those seed catalogs by the fire. We're still tending the soil and harvesting winter crops. Enjoy these shots from our winter garden. We hope you are enjoying the winter regardless of whether you are…

Post author:Christy
Post published:January 25, 2017
Post category:Blog What's Growin' On
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SkySource makes water from the air and gives it away for free in Venice Beach.

YouTube: Making Water from Air with David Hertz

Our latest YouTube video features an interview with David Hertz of SkySource. We explore how a machine can make water from air, and how the device is being used in drought-stricken areas to keep gardens and trees alive. This video is part of a new endeavor for 2017: the Acknowledgment Series. People doing good work in the world deserve to be acknowledged for their efforts and we've set out to do that. Check out David's innovative solution to the drought…

Post author:Christy
Post published:January 24, 2017
Post category:Blog What's Growin' On
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Do Ollas Work?

DIY ollas and how they are effective

Post author:Christy
Post published:January 12, 2017
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Swiss chard seeds

Ask Gardenerd: Short Season Varieties

When asked about her greatest garden challenge, Melinda from Sweden wrote to us recently, "No doubt about it, here in Sweden our greatest gardening challenge is the climate, low temperatures and frost as late as 13 June and as early as late-August. I just sigh when I see seed packets where 95 days frost-free are required. In spite of this challenge I am always looking for ways to "negotiate with nature" to create micro-climates and take such short-cuts as indoor…

Post author:Christy
Post published:January 11, 2017
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Start your year off with knowledge and power.

Giveaway: Corona Snips and Gardening for Geeks

Fruit tree pruning season is at hand and it brings to mind the importance of having the right tools. Whether you're pruning a fruit tree, a shrub or a bonsai, the right tool makes the job easy. The wrong tool can damage the plant/tree and welcome unwelcome diseases. Corona Tools gave us a pair of Curved Grape Snips to give away to one lucky Gardenerd who grows grapes (or wants to in 2017). Is that you? We know several gardenerds…

Post author:Christy
Post published:January 10, 2017
Post category:Blog What's Growin' On
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Nectarines, plums and other stone fruits await your creative touch this summer.

YouTube: Planting Bare Root Fruit Trees

Happy New Year, gardenerds! It's time for a fresh start. Nothing says that better than planting bare root fruit trees. Bare root trees are usually ordered in October/November and shipped out in winter depending on where you live. Ours just arrived and this video shows you how to plant your new tree. Planting Bare Root Fruit Trees For more information about fruit trees, check out these blog posts: Chill Hours - choosing the right fruit tree Citrus Fruit Tree Care…

Post author:Christy
Post published:January 4, 2017
Post category:Blog What's Growin' On
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Favorite Seed Catalogs

Seeds, seeds, and more seeds!

Post author:Christy
Post published:December 15, 2016
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Timeline for Garlic

Tips about growing and harvesting garlic.

Post author:Christy
Post published:December 8, 2016
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Risotto is worth the time it takes to cook it slowly.

Recipe: Tuscan Kale Risotto with Mushrooms and Rosemary

It's kale season, and we have (don't gasp) 28 plants...or so...growing in the Gardenerd test garden; 10 different varieties to be specific. What can I say, we love kale! Here is the most recent recipe we tested out on the first chilly night of the season. You'll love this Tuscan Kale Risotto with Mushrooms and Rosemary: Here's the recipe - warning - it uses a lot of pans: Tuscan Kale Risotto with Mushrooms and Rosemary - Vegetarian Times, June 2016…

Post author:Christy
Post published:December 7, 2016
Post category:Blog What's Growin' On
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Prune blackberry canes that have turned brown. Leave green canes in place.

Ask Gardenerd: Pruning Blackberries

As we look into the corner of the Gardenerd Test Garden, we see the need for blackberry pruning. Someone else in the Gardenerd community did the same thing and asked: "I believe you mentioned it is time to prune blackberries, but what's your method? My Seattle friends say they all cut the plants off at ground level and tear out the runners invading new territory. My plants are 2 years old. What is best pruning method for the maximum yield…

Post author:Christy
Post published:December 6, 2016
Post category:Blog Sage Advice
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