Under the Solano Sun

September 20th's plant exchange was a big success, as always! The tables were loaded with various plants, cuttings, bulbs, and seeds, and there was a separate room for pots, tools, books, and other garden items.  At 9:00 am sharp, after dropping off their donations at the door, the public streamed in…

Blog by Brenda AltmanWhat winter already? Don’t leave that garden empty. Plant winter crops now.  Pick up USDA organic plants at the Solano Community College (SCC) plant sale, October 8 and 9, from 9:30 am to 5:30 pm.  Plants are hardened and ready to be planted directly into your garden…

Blog by Patricia Matteson When I turned a corner in the Mendocino Coast Botanical Garden in late July and found myself facing this blooming plant, the sight stopped me in my tracks! The striking contrast between the chartreuse calyxes and the electric blue blossoms blew me away. I immediately…

Article by Patricia MattesonWhy: I want to find a perennial to plant through a freesia bed that is nothing but unsightly dry leaves from April to November. Preferably something with the opposite growing/flowering season. The plants must be low, because they will be growing below an espaliered cherry tree. I…

Article by Patti BrantleyWhen summer vegetables fade, many people think gardening has to stop. In fact, the cooler months are an ideal time to grow leafy greens. Plants like lettuce, spinach, bok choy, and chard not only tolerate lower temperatures but also often taste better. Cooler weather slows bolting,…