Monthly Archives: May 2011

Party Rock is in the House Tonight…

Earlier today, I played this video for my friend Janet, since we kept singing it throughout the day. It’s one of those songs that just makes you want to move. In fact, I got up and started shuffling like they … Continue reading

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Wish List: Strawberry Tree (Arbutus undo)

I saw this tree at one of the gardens in the Vallejo Garden Tour. I thought it was a Manzanita tree, but the owner told us that is was actually a Strawberry Tree, which I’ve never never or seen before. … Continue reading

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Purple Potatoes Progress (May 18, 2011)…

The Purple Potatoes have grown so big and healthy. I’ve been adding more soil to the pot and hoping that there will be more space for Potato tubers to grow. Bookmark on Delicious Recommend on Facebook Tumblr it Tweet about … Continue reading

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More New Plants…

I went on a shopping spree and purchased a whole bunch of new plants. From Westbrae Nursery I purchased a Apple Cider Pelargonium  that smells really good. From Lowe’s in Vallejo, I purchased: Wizard Coleus, Texas Tarragon  and a Hydrangea … Continue reading

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New Bay Laurel + 2 Coleus…

Went to Berkeley Horticultural Nursery and purchased three new plants: – Bay Laurel  – Coleus ‘Defiance’  – Coleus (Unknown 2011-01 maybe Glennis)  Bookmark on Delicious Recommend on Facebook Tumblr it Tweet about it Tell a friend

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Vallejo Garden Tour 2011

I just bought two tickets to the Vallejo Garden Tour 2011 which is coming up on Sunday. This year’s theme is “A Community of Gardens“. The tour features eight local gardens (private homes) and two community gardens. The Loma Vista … Continue reading

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