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Growing Produce In A Limited Yard Space

Obtaining the space in which to garden in an urban area such as San Francisco can be troublesome, but growing produce in a limited yard space can be quite fruitful by following a few simple tips. The key to success is to maximize yield by selecting the proper plant varieties and utilizing prudent growing methods to overcome limited yard space.

The first step for growing produce in a limited yard space is to assess exactly how much space can actually be used for growing area, and then expand the possibilities by applying a Read the rest of this entry »

San Francisco Yards And Dwarf Fruit Tree Produce

San Francisco yard being the size of postage stamps, what’s a devoted gardener to do for fruit trees?

Consider dwarf fruit trees. In particular, several varieties of dwarf citrus will keep you in lemons, oranges and grapefruits almost year-round.

Dwarf citrus can be grown in the ground where they don’t require much space. In addition, they grow well in containers, outdoors or in a sunny room. There are over 60 types of evergreen dwarf citrus that will produce fruit for your enjoyment.

The Meyer lemon is Read the rest of this entry »

Bugs You Actually WANT in Your Garden

Are you having trouble keeping that garden healthy? Have you spent hours scouring the web on every browser and every 4g internet provider san francisco has to offer? It may surprise you to learn that the key to saving your garden could be right under your nose; skittering about on the ground: Bugs.

It’s no joke and while bugs may account for a lot of damage to your garden there are at least five bugs that you actually are going to want in your garden:

1. Assassin Bug
Growing as large as half-an-inch, these members of the family Reduviidae feed on aphid eggs as youths and move on to Japanese Beetles and caterpillars as adults.

2. Big-Eyed Bug
These creatures are perfect for protecting your beans and potatoes, feeding on mites, leafhoppers, aphids, caterpillars and even spider mites.

3. Minute Pirate Bug
Identified by its black body, white markings and triangle head, this little hunter feeds on a plethora of pests including Thrips and Spider Mites.

4. Parasitic Wasp
Like something out of a horror movie, this predator flies about, injecting eggs into pests like aphids and caterpillars, but the real nightmare happens when these eggs hatch inside their hosts.

5. Ambush Bug
Much like its name, this predator has a penchant for lying in wait for the perfect moment to strike. Related to the Assassin bug, it feeds on damaging pests like moths, however you may want to hold back if you have bees or rely on other soft-shelled insects for pollination.

Landscape Your Yard With Native California Plants

Landscaping with plants native to California is often the best way to create a low-maintenance, drought tolerant yard. Moreover, many native wildflowers and shrubs can prove to be unexpected beauties, all the while providing excellent habitat for birds and small mammals.
When creating such a garden, a balance can often be obtained between resource conservation and aesthetic appeal. For example, an attractive blend of yucca and ornamental succulents would require very little water, even in drier areas of the state. This singular benefit Read the rest of this entry »

Growing Roses For Beauty And Profit In Your Yard

Growing roses for beauty and profit in your yard is a fun way to make a little extra income and provide beauty for the whole community. Choose a good section of your front yard to begin your rose garden, because this will be your best advertising and marketing at no cost. You can plant in a design style such as a circle or you can plant by rows in order to promote each color and kind of rose. Prepare your ground carefully so each plant can get Read the rest of this entry »

Selecting The Right Flowers For Your Bay Area Home

If you love flowers, you can take a bold step and grow them in your home. Flowers are beautiful, they have subtle fragrance, bright and beautiful colors to brighten up the environment. There are different types of flowers like Tulips, sunflowers, gladiolas, wildflowers, etc. If you live in the San Francisco bay area, you’ll enjoy growing flowers because the climate is mild and good for outdoor gardening; however there are some things to consider in selecting the right flowers for your bay area Read the rest of this entry »

Beginning Your Flower Garden In San Francisco Bay Area

If you live in the San Francisco area you are fortunate because growing flowers is easy in this area. The weather and moisture are perfect for some types of flowers that are hard to grow in other areas. Having flowers growing in your yard makes your house more attractive. Flowers are also fun to grow when you choose types that can be cut and placed in bouquets for your home. Having fresh flowers in your home is always enjoyable and can Read the rest of this entry »