Make your Garden an Animal Oasis

Sometimes it’s us versus nature… and sometimes it’s us helping nature. You may not want critters in your house, but it can be a good idea to help them out in your garden, especially when it’s really hot and dry. Sometimes giving them what they need outside can keep them out of your house, so […]

Is Your Yard Ready for Summer?

This year, it seems like the drought and heat are getting worse by the minute. So, let’s make sure your yard is ready to withstand them both. Some changes may be needed help your yard look its best as we head into the heart of summer. Here are some tips to help you get ready. […]

A Backyard Haven for Mom, Part 2

Continuing the theme of the “Mother’s Month” garden (because one day isn’t enough!), let’s take your new oasis from the seeds of an idea to full bloom. Now that summer is right around the corner, there’s no time to waste. Let’s get growing!  Check Those Roots FirstIt’s still possible to grow a garden from seed […]

A “Brick Load” of Design Possibilities

One of the “joys” of living in the San Francisco Bay Area is the clay soil and the inevitable shifting that occurs. Especially in older homes, you begin to expect that little crack in the wall that appears in the summer and all but disappears in the winter. Ever notice how that never seems to […]

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