Houzz Discussions
GardenWeb Discussions

7,103 Garden Web Discussions | California Gardening
My Ficus rubiginosa fruiting HEAVILY!
Posted by WBDB(USDA Zone 9b, Sunset Zone 19)
2 Comments
WBDB(USDA Zone 9b, Sunset Zone 19)Updated Thanks, I was hoping to hear from someone who has long term experience with this tree. I understand that different stress situations can promt odd behavior.
Where to buy Jamaica Cherry in South Cali
Posted by phkk(9B)
1 Comment
Joshman464Updated Not sure, check out online nurseries. A lot of them delivery in California for cheap. If your local nurseries don't have it in stock. Here is a link that might be useful: Online Nursery Budget Plants
Cupaniopsis anacardioides (Carrotwood) tree in Mom's new landscap
Posted by jenn(SoCal 9/19)
10 Comments
Joshman464Updated What was the result of this? Here is a link that might be useful: Carrotwood care
Is this trouble? (possible weeping willow)
Posted by melle_sacto(Z9/Sunset 14 CA)
6 Comments
melle_sacto(Z9/Sunset 14 CA)Updated We only have a small backyard lawn. In the front yard, the area I water is pretty far from the willow; the part of our yard that is close to the neighbor I don't give supplemental water (I think everything must be getting by on wh...
Tree Oleanders...
Posted by stanofh
11 Comments
BarbJP CA 15-16/9BUpdated There is a product called "Sucker Stopper" by Monterey company, that works pretty good, though sometimes you need a second dose. But I've hear rumors that they may have discontinued it, haven't been able to confirm that ...
Hoyas/Dischidias Outdoors in Southern California?
Posted by epiphyte78(9)
5 Comments
Dar(musaboru, Inland Calif.)Updated Ditto on Hoya polyneura. I had it outside all winter long and it was totally unphased. It also stands up to full sun pretty well. I had it hanging on a southern exposure and it did well there. I will be planting Hoya imperialis to...
Sow Flower Seeds in Summer for a Fall/Winter Garden
Posted by katieeyler(9 - Riverside, CA)
5 Comments
Suzi AKA DesertDance So CA Zone 9bUpdated I like this idea, and the previous owner left a lot of seeds. Love the sweet peas, and we have miles of chain link. I would do artichokes, but gophers love them. Gopher bait, and that would kill me!
Tomato Suck Bugs -- Again!!!
Posted by woohooman San Diego CA zone 10a
3 Comments
moviedudeUpdated forgive if i'm repeating my reply, but it looks like the one i did a few days ago has vanished. i've got tomato suck bugs as well. i'm in los angeles, btw - have had 'em for years now. a former commercial tomato grower said the pr...
Hello from Long Beach
Posted by Codyjp
6 Comments
dretutzUpdated If Gary is opening LHN (again!) that is extraordinary good news. His dad's nursery in Lake Forest was the best and Gary has incredible knowledge. When the father died, the siblings sold the property and Gary has been hopping aroun...
New Planter. Sun, layout, what will grow?
Posted by IrishGardenerCali
1 Comment
hoosierquilt USDA 10A Sunset 23 Vista CAUpdated I think you mean your fence behind the planter is on the east side of your house, and the planter faces west? If this is 9:30 am, then your fence would be on the east side of your yard :-) I would say your plant choices are great ...
Suggestions for a front embankment
Posted by DebMuzikar
2 Comments
iris_gal(z9 CA)Updated Looks like this area recieves morning sun. What plants have you thought of? Are you a contrast fan, like burgundy, lime green and orange? Or softer combos like purple, lavender, pinks and white? Scary to have so many choices! Choo...
Netting for Purple Tree Collard
Posted by amysun(9 Bay Area, CA)
2 Comments
amysun(9 Bay Area, CA)Updated Hi! I just came across this suggestion at http://forums2.gardenweb.com/forums/load/cornucop/msg0505305828412.html?20 Use tulle fabric for netting. Gonna check it out.
Pride of Madeira not blooming
Posted by cgm707
1 Comment
wcgypsy(10 / Sunset 23)Updated Sometimes POM's only live to be 5-6 years old, perhaps it / they are on their way out?
interested in gardening in california....need help with zones!
Posted by kawaiineko_gardener(5a)
11 Comments
jakkomUpdated >> I am interested in relocating to California in the future//(with) warm summers and mild winters that has a long growing season.>> So basically coastal CA. Just bring money. A lot of it. REALLY a lot of it. North, so...
Can I re-use soil that had damaged spinach in the container?
Posted by WJB2
2 Comments
napapen(ca 15)Updated I recycle soil all the time. Put in a flat container like a kitty litter box, wet and cover with plastic. Bake it in the sun and any bad virus bugs will die off. Wait a season or two to reuse it. Penny
patio in dg area
Posted by donnapatio
8 Comments
donnapatioUpdated Thanks for all your help Suzi! You crack me up!
black-eyed susan? yay or nay? (thunbergia)
Posted by slowjane CA/ Sunset 21
17 Comments
KimianoUpdated Do not be dissuaded from the Black-Eyed Susan vine. I LOVE mine and everyone who sees it comments. I wanted privacy, so I added lattice to the top of a rather low fence. I planted star jasmine, the Susan, and Snail Vine, alternate...
Acacia removal
Posted by sf_rhino
8 Comments
devoletUpdated I have taken out seven trees I'm not sure the name of that kept breaking in the wind and getting mites on the foliage, plus an acacia, pepper tree, grafted apple, and an 85 year old rose taking over the neighbors old oak. The only...
Nemesia
Posted by jenn(SoCal 9/19)
13 Comments
dalelong73Updated I also purchased the Sunsatia Lemon variety. They all looked wonderful in the spring, but in June they started going downhill and in July they have no flowers, Since they are in the very front of my terraced walkway, the almost-de...
I'm worrying about water, especially for a newish tree
Posted by socks
12 Comments
Suzi AKA DesertDance So CA Zone 9bUpdated Mulch your tree with about 4" to the drip line. That will help retain moisture for the feeder roots. Some of us can't really use gray water. We have a water softening system, and the water is too salty for the plants. Outside...
5 15 25 35 45 55 65 75 85 95 105 115 125 135 145 155 165 175 185 195 205 215 225 235 245