Instead of growing plants that are adapted to English gardens or othersimilarly enviableconditions, we hope to inspire folks in more challenging situations by offering plants designed by nature to thrive in similar environments to ours.
We have accepted the challenge issued by Mother Nature, and instead of stifling our natural instincts to surround ourselves with bountiful gardens, our goal is to live in harmony with where we are, growing plants that thrive in areas like ours, despite, or, perhaps because of, the conditions.It is our sincere mission and hope to encourage others to do the same.
At The Garden Company, it is the philosophy we live by. Our plant selection is designed to thrive with minimal input in a variety of our local conditions. While these same plants may do perfectly well outside of areas like ours, it is with the foothills gardener in mind that we select the varieties we do. We are constantly searching out and adding new species that fill a role for gardeners while never failing to acknowledge the time and place in which they garden.
We have accepted the challenge issued by Mother Nature, and instead of stifling our natural instincts to surround ourselves with bountiful gardens, our goal is to live in harmony with where we are, growing plants that thrive in areas like ours, despite, or, perhaps because of, the conditions.It is our sincere mission and hope to encourage others to do the same.
At The Garden Company, it is the philosophy we live by. Our plant selection is designed to thrive with minimal input in a variety of our local conditions. While these same plants may do perfectly well outside of areas like ours, it is with the foothills gardener in mind that we select the varieties we do. We are constantly searching out and adding new species that fill a role for gardeners while never failing to acknowledge the time and place in which they garden.
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In the sleepy town of Soulsbyville, California, there lies a small nursery devoted to growing plants that will thrive in climates that freeze in the winter and are very hot and dry in the summer.
This is the nursery for all the people who say, "Nothing grows here."
We are acutely aware of the struggle caused by climate and soil issues, lack of summer rain, and wildlife eagerly awaiting the next planting attempt.
Not to say that the rest of you who are fortunate enough to live where soils are deep, summer rain abundant, and with nary a voracious deer in sight won't be successful with our plants, but we are dedicated to providing growing opportunities for those of us who are not.
This is the nursery for all the people who say, "Nothing grows here."
We are acutely aware of the struggle caused by climate and soil issues, lack of summer rain, and wildlife eagerly awaiting the next planting attempt.
Not to say that the rest of you who are fortunate enough to live where soils are deep, summer rain abundant, and with nary a voracious deer in sight won't be successful with our plants, but we are dedicated to providing growing opportunities for those of us who are not.
As perennial romantics and lovers of nature, we are drawn to the plants we have come across while out hiking or exploring.
These plants are adapted to life in California, but is important to remember that they make themselves at home in varied conditions.
In other words, though many are, not all California natives are drought tolerant, and not all are deer resistant, a common misconception (for deer resistant plants, see the deer resistant plant listings).
But capturing the beauty of our glorious state is too tempting to resist, as is honoring the biodiversity naturally found in California.
These plants are adapted to life in California, but is important to remember that they make themselves at home in varied conditions.
In other words, though many are, not all California natives are drought tolerant, and not all are deer resistant, a common misconception (for deer resistant plants, see the deer resistant plant listings).
But capturing the beauty of our glorious state is too tempting to resist, as is honoring the biodiversity naturally found in California.
Did you know that California is offering rebates to residents who would like to replace their thirsty lawns with drought tolerant plantings?
In the Sierra Foothills of California, summer drought is nothing new.
Dry and hot are typical adjectives used to describe any July day in these regions.
Those of us who live in these areas have learned to weather the low humidity and soaring temperatures that summer brings.
But today, drought has taken on a new significance.
With ongoing drought conditions, water becomes a more precious resource with each passing day.
In the Sierra Foothills of California, summer drought is nothing new.
Dry and hot are typical adjectives used to describe any July day in these regions.
Those of us who live in these areas have learned to weather the low humidity and soaring temperatures that summer brings.
But today, drought has taken on a new significance.
With ongoing drought conditions, water becomes a more precious resource with each passing day.
There is little more satisfying that growing your own fresh fruits, vegetables, and herbs.
The true prize after the work of weeding, cultivating, and planting is the leisurley tour through the garden, surveying what is ripe and ready for supper.
The ultimate in freshness, fruit, veggies and greens that go straight from the garden to the table are beyond compare for flavor and healthfulness.
At The Garden Company, we are always on the look out for interesting perennial edibles that provide a creative opportunity in your landscaping as well as for your table.
The true prize after the work of weeding, cultivating, and planting is the leisurley tour through the garden, surveying what is ripe and ready for supper.
The ultimate in freshness, fruit, veggies and greens that go straight from the garden to the table are beyond compare for flavor and healthfulness.
At The Garden Company, we are always on the look out for interesting perennial edibles that provide a creative opportunity in your landscaping as well as for your table.
The oldest medicine, herbs have been used for centuries for their healing properties.
Many are still used in this way, while many of the traditional uses of herbs have been lost and the plants now grown strictly ornamentally or for their culinary uses.
Either way, the traditional use of herbs is a fascinating study, and one that practitioners devote years to.
Herbalism is a venerable practice requiring much knowlege and wisdom, and while novices should avoid the use of some herbs for their healing properties, many are widely accepted as safe to use, such as peppermint tea to aid in digestive issues.
Many are still used in this way, while many of the traditional uses of herbs have been lost and the plants now grown strictly ornamentally or for their culinary uses.
Either way, the traditional use of herbs is a fascinating study, and one that practitioners devote years to.
Herbalism is a venerable practice requiring much knowlege and wisdom, and while novices should avoid the use of some herbs for their healing properties, many are widely accepted as safe to use, such as peppermint tea to aid in digestive issues.
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