I actually didn’t get as many new edible plants and trees this winter or spring as I have in past years, but I still probably got more than I really have room for. Basically, my small urban backyard is getting too full and the family isn’t ready to give up the front yard lawn yet. Since many of the neighbors on the block are changing over their lawns in the city’s Lawn to Garden program, our front yard has become…
Long Beach City College April 4th, 5th, 6th, and 7th. 2012 9AM-6PM Long Beach City College Horticulture Department is holding its 40th Annual Open House and Spring Plant Sale this April. For many years, the Fullerton Arboretum’s Green Scene was my all time favorite plant sale, but in recent years, I have decided this sale is even more fun. It is kind of like a treasure hunt. In past years, I purchased some of my favorites plants here, including red…
Local Spring Plant Sales, Classes, and Garden Tours 2010 – Scroll down for listings When it comes to Spring plant sales and tours, I am like a anxious child anticipating Christmas morning. I have had many of these dates blocked on my calendar since the fall. I don’t always buy stuff, but I enjoy looking, learning new techniques, and seeing what’s out there. Here is a short list of the sales and tours around me that I recommend or am…