The beginnings..

I think it's safe to assume it's Spring California, in our garden at least. My Pomegranate Trees are showing the new leaves and it's day 15 since I last posted an update on the Armed Forces ("hyacinth") flowers. Story behind the name. Young Hyacinth FlowerPotted HyacinthDelicate Yellow Flower Close UpApprox 7 inches high at 15 … Continue reading The beginnings..

You should know what it means when my neighbor is moving…and more on spiritual connections..

Maybe you guessed it right, you were blessed to see more pictures and updates on succulents as I was blessed to be given some more succulents by my dear neighbor Cindy. I have to admit, for a person who was never religiously interested in succulents I'm pretty successful at collecting them so far. So much … Continue reading You should know what it means when my neighbor is moving…and more on spiritual connections..

You think I mark the Calendar to know when I planted them?..Think again.

I will share a bulletproof method, cause you are special. Or maybe you aren't that special actually, I'll take that back. Maybe you have your moments and you are impatient, just like I am. You know those emails you receive confirming your orders and delivery? So there you have it. YES, I'll pick up my … Continue reading You think I mark the Calendar to know when I planted them?..Think again.

No and NO! not like that..(and other updates)

Let's see, it's November 15th, technically almost summer, almost... And I dare to suggest, TRY EVERYTHING any time. So it states: "...in full sun after danger of frost, spring to early summer. " I'm pretty sure I read this correctly, and they aren't fully aware just yet, but they are.. WRONG! For example, I've decided … Continue reading No and NO! not like that..(and other updates)

Get those plants and Run RUN!…for their life. Haven’t they started smiling just a bit?

When your friends leave the state for an uncertain period of time, go ahead and break into their apartment. You have my blessings. And, maybe, you'll score a convo with a few Echeverias. I personally, couldn't LEAVE without them. Yes, whole other level of insanity. Nikki and Seth here, had an amazing collection of succulents … Continue reading Get those plants and Run RUN!…for their life. Haven’t they started smiling just a bit?

When there is no one to talk to, find the nearest Sunflower..

I swear, it never fails! Chocolate Sunflower saying all sort of things.This baby was grown from seed. Slow grower. Neighbors grow them on the roofs In Los Watergeles. I'll wait for you babe...for as long as it takes. Miss the Desert? Bring it home and stare.., just stare. Nothing Better than a home grown Tomato. … Continue reading When there is no one to talk to, find the nearest Sunflower..