Tag Archives: Central Coast

December Tips of the Month

Save Water During the Winter Months Rain is finally starting to come around! December is still a great time to prepare for the predicted rainfall and save some much needed water. Installing a rain sensor to your existing irrigation controller can reduce your water bill during the rainy season.  The Hunter Mini-Clik Rain Sensor hydrates…
Read more

November Plant of the Month: Pistacia chinensis

Pistacia chinensis (the Chinese Pistache) is a deciduous tree that will stop you in your tracks this November. It offers good fall color, namely gold through fiery reds, even in mild climates. In deep soils, Pistacia chinensis can live off almost no water, which was great during our California drought, but you won't have to worry…
Read more

Halloween Bouquet: The Plants You’ll Need

[caption id="attachment_767" align="alignright" width="269"] Scabiosa atropurpurea 'Ace of Spades'[/caption] Most people are brainstorming the perfect get-up for Halloween, but we are also considering how you might decorate the Halloween costume party or your home to get in the spooky spirit. In this October Plant Spotlight, we'll show you all the plants and flowers you'll need to…
Read more

September Plant of the Month: Epilobium

September is here and we've got a plant for you this month that is just starting the show off while most flowering plants are starting to tire out - enter Epilobium, the fuchsia of California! If you're looking for plants to feed hummingbirds, look no further than this tubular flowering perennial/subshrub. This California native is best suited…
Read more