On October 18-19, from 10am–4pm, San Diego Botanic Garden presents its 30th Annual Fall Plant Sale. Donations from over 100 local growers, wholesalers, retail nurseries, and individuals will make this one of the most interesting and diverse plant sales in San Diego County. Selections include California natives, cacti, succulents, bromeliads, fruit trees, and sub-tropicals. The…
Armstrong Garden Centers continues to host free weekend gardening classes this summer at every store location. Each class is instructed by certified nursery professionals who offer timely gardening advice and hands-on demonstrations. On August 9, at “Attracting Pollinators,” learn what to plant to create the best habitat for pollinators, which will thrive and help veggies,…
Linda Marrone and Susan Vandendriesse present the 16th annual Secret Garden Tour, themed “Ever-Changing Gardens,” on Saturday, May 17. Planned with the help of more than 50 volunteers, the event showcases several hand-tended La Jolla gardens, which “aren’t revealed to the public until the day of the tour, so it’s impossible for anyone to preview…
Alluring Outdoor Environments Summer in San Diego brings sun-drenched afternoons and evenings cooled by gentle ocean breezes. No wonder it’s considered peak season for backyard enthusiasts, from the greenest-thumbed gardeners to the masters of barbeque. It’s also the perfect time to spruce up your al fresco areas for optimum outdoor living. “I like to think…