Be Inspired Blog | California SummerWinds Nursery

An assortment of houseplants schefflera, philodendron, dracaena, hoya, snack plant, peace lily and string of hearts.

The Secret Lives of Houseplants

Discover the secret lives of pothos, hoyas, snake plants, and peace lilies. Explore surprising houseplant facts and practical growing tips from SummerWinds Nursery.

A Living Centerpiece for Your Holiday Table

Create a living holiday centerpiece with houseplants! Explore easy Thanksgiving and Christmas table ideas, plant suggestions, and simple care tips from SummerWinds Nursery.

Camellias: More Than A Pretty Face

Discover the surprising side of camellias! Explore their fascinating history, creative landscaping ideas, and beautiful companion plants for Bay Area gardens.

Trees for fall ginko biloba, chinese pistache, and japanese maples, with a time for a change copy on the image.

One Tree Can Change Everything

Sometimes, one tree is all it takes to transform a garden! Discover how shade trees, colorful Japanese Maples, and beautiful shrubs can add personality, comfort, and year-round interest to your Bay Area landscape. Plus, why fall is the perfect time to plant.

Let's get scary fall plants in a halloween setting.

It’s Alive! Classic Monster-Inspired Container Gardens

Create Frankenstein, Dracula and Wolfman-inspired fall container gardens using dramatic foliage, seasonal flowers and unexpected color combinations for a fun and beautiful twist on Halloween gardening.