SNOWDANCE JAPANESE TREE LILAC I am possibly the most complete “package” you can showcase in your landscaping. At my mature state, I provide a great dose of shade at nearly 18 feet high and 20 feet wide. My dark foliage and wide, shelved branches m ...
Gardening for Beginners in 8 Steps
We adore veteran gardeners. Their wisdom. Their sage (pun intended) advice. But there is just something special about helping a beginning gardener. Their wide-eyed excitement to create their own personal Eden can be infectious! Before we send a newbie ...
A Bit of History on the Victory Garden Initiative
As World War I raged across Europe, a food crisis unfolded. Agricultural workers and their farmlands moved into military service and battlefields. This transformation decreased food supplies in the immediate region and increased the need for the Unit ...
8 Easy Garden Prep Steps for an Epic Growing Season
Seems like this year the desire to dig in the garden and release our green thumbs is stronger than ever. We are fighting the urge to dive right in and get growing so that we can check our prep lists. With a few intentional steps, we can easily set oursel ...
Plants with Personality: Vol 2
Shockingly, the greenhouse is a chatty place and there is no lack of confidence. WE GOT DIRT Dirty Harry.You dirty dog.She’s got dirt on you.Don’t air your dirty laundry.It’s a dirty job, but somebody has to do it.Americans, we love our d ...
5 Ways to Celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week from a Safe Distance
We don’t think there is a soul out there that doesn’t think that teachers are one of a kind. After this year, even more of us can affirm that it takes a special person to not only teach, but care for our kids so well. Throw this year’s change of even ...
Plants with Personality: Vol 1
Our plants are amazing, but you would expect us to say that. Instead, take a listen to what they have to say about themselves. 🌸 P E T U N I A 🌸 ColorBlitz Blue Stardust Petunia Color Photo: Arroyo Grande Although I don’t mind a little ...
4 Ways to Celebrate Arbor Day
There are several ways in which to measure the quality of a tree. You could go with the standards such as bark strength, longevity, root penetration, or its ability to withstand various climates and rodents. Or you could measure the quality ...
Let’s Bring Back the Beloved May Basket Day!
This past year has brought back many of life’s simpler traditions: devouring books, slaying puzzles, daily walks, and baking bread. (Who else was on the hunt for yeast this time last year?) It was also the perfect time to revive the practice of secretly ...
Nominate Someone Who’s A Giver For Our Garden Giveaway!
For so many of us, what gets us through the long days of winter is the longing for spring. The chance to get outside, be in the fresh air, and get our hands in the dirt. We at CVG are totally in that tribe, and this year more than ever we want to ...