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The Best Eco-Friendly Pest Fighters For Your Garden

Gardeners across California are making the switch to eco-friendly pest control products, as it’s becoming more apparent that chemical pesticide use is hurting the bugs we want to keep around, like bees and butterflies. We rely on those pollinating insects to help our plants produce [...]


Honey bees flying into their hive

How to Attract Bees to Your Garden

Bees are one of the most important insects in the world; they are responsible for just about all of our natural food, crops and even jobs. Why Do We Need Bees? Here are some fast facts about honey bees courtesy of HoneyLove : [...]


Looking up at tropical colored Hibiscus flowers (orange, red and yellow) in a planter on a balcony

Late Summer Color for Balconies & Patios

Lush foliage and vibrant flowers can make small urban patios and balconies look bigger, brighter, and so much more beautiful. Liven up your small outdoor space with these colorful plants that thrive in our late-summer South Bay Area heat! For Sunny Spots If your patio or balcony gets [...]


Plants that attract bees

The Best Flowers For Bees When Gardening

Did you know bees are called the world’s star pollinators because they pollinate one-third of the earth’s food crops? In California, the almond crop is actually entirely dependent on honey bees for pollination, and our state is home to over [...]


Fishtail Palm, Rhapis Palm and Kentia Palm

4 Perfect Palms For Growing In Containers

Want to bring the sunny, carefree vibes of the coastal beaches to your home with some breezy palm trees, but don’t want to go all out with a full-sized tree? These mini palms are nice and compact, so they make great accent plants for the home or yard when you