Blooming-May

• Alyssum
• Achillea (yarrow)
• Gaillardia
• Bearded Iris
• Ivy geranium
• Jasmine (pink)
• Narcissus
• Nasturtium
• Passion Vine
• Pride of Madera
• Potato vine (white)
• Rock Rose (pink, white)
• Rosemary
• Society garlic
• Sweet Pea Bush
• Wisteria
• Westringia (Coast Rosemary)

Harvesting-May

• Artichokes
• Beet greens
• Carrots
• Chard
• Cilantro
• Tendergreen mustard
• Strawberries
• Raspberries
• Herbs

Choosing Plants for a Seaside Location

Sweet Pea shrub shows salt, wind, and sun damage in seaside garden.

Gardening along the coast presents special challenges. Choosing the right plants is the key to success. There are common plants that can take salt spray, intense sun, and wind. With a little planning your seaside garden can frame views and add seasonal color. [...]

Growing Rhubarb Along the Coast

Stems of rhubarb are edible

Stems of rhubarb are edible

I’m looking around my garden to see what needs to be done, what worked this past year, and what didn’t. The rhubarb looks really healthy and I’ve harvested it for months. What works for me, may just work for you.

January is a perfect time of year for planting [...]