Create your own winter containers

Add a bit of seasonal beauty to your front steps, window boxes, and other outdoor spaces with winter containers. Fill them with greenery, berries,...

Dress up your holiday gatherings with a few succulents

Add a bit of life to your holiday gatherings with the help of succulents. You and your guests will enjoy the easy-care beauty of...

Gardening gifts that keep kids interested in digging

Gift the gardeners in your life with tools that are sure to make them smile as they put them to work throughout the coming...

GRATITUDE AND DINNER CONVERSATION

When we read about problems and tragedies it’s easy to become distressed. To increase happiness, think about things for which you have gratitude. My...

Amaryllis colors winter doldrums

Add unique flare to this winter’s indoor garden and décor with double amaryllis. The several layers of colorful petals are sure to make a...

Tenant protection ordinances don’t work

In the past couple of years, several local cities including San Diego, Imperial Beach and Chula Vista have enacted laws that are known as...

Make your mark while preparing for Spring

As you prepare your gardens for winter, consider marking the location of late emerging perennials to avoid accidentally weeding them out next spring. Use...

Collect and save some heirloom vegetable seeds

Be a part of history and save money when planting next year’s garden. Collect and save the seeds from your favorite heirloom tomatoes, peppers,...

Plant garlic in fall

Lower your blood pressure and cholesterol, fight heart disease, boost your immune system, and add a bit of flavor to your meals by growing...

Sextortion against children is on the rise

One of the most alarming and fast-growing crimes threatening our children today is sextortion. This is when predators trick or coerce young people into...