Under the Solano Sun

The Very Berry, Mulberry Morus species One way to id the different species is by looking at the leaves. They have alternate leaves. If the leaf is short and the base is heart-shaped then it's probably a Black Mulberry.

I am always on the lookout for engaging children's books about gardening. A well-written children's book can present information in a clear, reductive manner, teach an important life lesson, and inspire-- all at the same time.

Earlier this month, we received a gigantic mound of wood chips, bigger than we've ever received in the past. This mound (or hill) covered our entire extra driveway and part of the garage, so it blocks my husband's car.

Schlumbergera commonly known as Christmas Cactus is a small genus with 6-9 species, found in the coastal mountains of southeast Brazil where they grow on trees. A lot of people have this plant with several names, depending on when it blooms.

What do you do that brings you luck in the New Year? Many countries or regions of countries have specific customs for this annual event. The most common involve food especially grains, legumes, and other fruits and vegetables. In Japan, it is traditional to eat unbroken buckwheat (soba) noodles.