Redbud in the neighborhood I don’t see many of these trees in the neighborhood, but this one seems to like it here. Join me at Douglas E. Welch Photography on Facebook and Follow Read more on this topic: Rhaphiolepis Flowers and Berries via My Instagram Rhaphiolepis Flowers In The Neighborhood via My Instagram Redbud Lavender […]
See all the 2017 Gift Guide Entries 19 The Fruits and Fruit Trees of Monticello I was doing some research for my wife’s next book today and came across this book as a source. While I had only planned on mining it for the information I needed, I found myself reading entire sections. It is […]
Interesting Plant: Cupressus cashmeriana I really like the weeping habit of this cypress. At around 40’ tall it is a bit too large for my garden but I could easily see it being a focal point of a larger garden. — Douglas What are your thoughts on this Interesting Plant? Drop a note in the […]
I see so many bad hedging choices made here in Los Angeles, so when our new neighbors wanted to plant a hedge, I found this article on non-traditions and perhaps better choices. — Douglas Ficus Nitida and Ficus Benjamina are not the solution. Whenever a client asks about installing a hedge they’re usually thinking of planting […]
Figs gathered in the garden yesterday Our volunteer fig is fruiting heavily right now, feeding both us and the birds. 😀 Follow A Gardener’s Notebook on Facebook * A portion of each sale from Amazon.com directly supports our blogs ** Many of these books may be available from your local library. Check it out! Read […]
I have only ever seen small stands of cherry trees in bloom and while even they are quite impressive, the thought of witnessing a bloom like this one is overwhelming. — Douglas It’s that time of year when Mother Nature puts on her best fireworks show with pink and white cherry blossoms. By […]
Olive Trees In Bloom What food is growing in your garden? Follow A Gardener’s Notebook on Facebook * A portion of each sale from Amazon.com directly supports our blogs ** Many of these books may be available from your local library. Check it out! Read more on this topic: Magnolia x soulangeana (Saucer Magnolia/Tulip Tree) […]
Magnolia x soulangeana (Saucer Magnolia/Tulip Tree) Lovely flowering tree is often seen here in the San Fernando Valley. Follow A Gardener’s Notebook on Facebook Learn more about magnolia with these books * A portion of each sale from Amazon.com directly supports our blogs** Many of these books may be available from your local library. Check […]
Magnolia x soulangeana (Saucer Magnolia/Tulip Tree) Lovely flowering tree is often seen here in the San Fernando Valley. Follow A Gardener’s Notebook on Facebook Learn more about magnolia with these books * A portion of each sale from Amazon.com directly supports our blogs ** Many of these books may be available from your local library. […]
Catalpa Flowers The neighbor’s tree is putting on a show, like every year. Follow A Gardener’s Notebook on Facebook Read more on this topic: Manzanita Flowers Lupine Narcissus Snowflakes (Leucojum) Agave all in a row
