Over the Fence (Alameda County)

 Container gardens are a way of having a garden when space or growing conditions are limited. Containers allow us to have plants indoors or outdoors in areas where in-ground planting is not practical.  Plants usually would rather be in the ground with access to more soil and water.  It is up…

 Gardens are meant for plants, right? So why encourage birds to join us there? The most obvious reason is that many of us love birds.  They are beautiful to look at, and we delight in hearing them sing. Birds bring a whole extra dimension to the enjoyment of nature in your outdoor place. But even…

Now that we are into the “quiet time” of our gardens, it might be just the right time to take a slow walk through our gardens to see what is working and what isn’t, and to dream of what would renew the magic of gardening.A garden is everchanging, and is a work in progress.Fall and winter can be a good time…

As the long, sunny days of summer fade, fall and winter bring a quieter but equally important season in the Bay Area garden. While plants rest, gardeners prepare for the next growing cycle. This checklist helps new and experienced gardeners keep their gardens thriving through the cooler months — especially…