Broccoli in late August: too late?
An honest exploration of whether it's too late for a broccoli harvest. Will it overwinter, survive El Niño, and pay off in spring? Come along for the ride.
Packed in MontereyBackyard experiments and cozy crafting endeavors
Doc's Whimsies is an ode to Steinbeck's Cannery Row, where he fraternized with marine biologist Doc Ricketts. Welcome to my lab, where I garden and sell plants that celebrate the Monterey coast and its history. The doctor is in.
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To seed or not to seed
Is it better to grow basil from seed or from propagated cuttings? A coastal zone 10a experiment involving a comeback plant, a mug of water, and a healthy dose of pessimism.