Under the Solano Sun

Blog by Lanie KeystoneDecember is here—and so is winter gardening!Just when we think our major gardening chores are done for the year, along comes December, saying, “ Do these important tasks in the last month of the year and be a happy gardener in the spring!”So, let’s think about these tasks in groups…

Blog by Vincent HughesHello there, and Happy New Year to everyone! And welcome to the incoming class of 2026! For those who may be unaware, the start of the new year brings with it not only the opportunity to begin working on your New Year's resolutions, but the start of class for the newest class of future…

Blog by Paula PashbyA few years ago, I wrote a blog about one of my favorite plants in our garden: the Brugmansia suaveolens, also known as the Angel's Trumpet. I purchased the plant around 20 years ago and gave it to my mom, who took care of it with love.  When she passed away, we transplanted the…

Blog by Cindy YeeWe have a 9-year-old dwarf Owari Satsuma mandarin tree in our front yard.  This is the first year the tree has finally produced well.  I purchased it from a local nursery and paid for it and others to be planted by the employees who delivered the trees.  To my surprise, they…

Blog by Lanie KeystoneWith the holidays quickly approaching, there’s nothing better for your gardening friends and family than a hot-off-the-press book. In my last blog, the gift list was aimed at the young gardeners in your life.  Now it’s time to take a look at a few volumes that are sure to…