Those of us fortunate to live on the Central Coast know we can garden 52 weeks a year. Coming in 2023 The Kat’s Garden will(more…)
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What’s Fresh February
Usually some of our rainiest days, February also gives us the promise of spring. Asparagus Avocados Beets Broccoli Brussels Sprouts Cabbage Carrots Cauliflower Celery Chard(more…)
What’s Fresh January
As cold and wet as January can be, there is still plenty to find find that is fresh at our local farmers markets Asparagus Avocados(more…)
Best Daffodils for the Central Coast
In order to have cheerful daffodil/narcissus blooms in the spring, you need to plant them in the fall. With our mild winters, we can plant(more…)
Amazing Late Summer Color
We are now at that late summer, almost fall point in the season and if you planted mostly spring blooming flowers, your garden can start(more…)
Pardon the Mess
If you have been here before, you will notice that things are a bit empty right now. Some server housecleaning led to the deletion of(more…)
Dana Adobe
Location: 671 S. Oakglen Ave., Nipomo, CA 93444 I can’t tell you how many times I’ve driven past the highway sign for historical landmark 1033,(more…)
Best Seed Companies
When it comes to seed ordering, I like to stick with reputable companies that have a good track record. Sometimes this means I pay a(more…)
Fruit Tree Selection for Preserving
At the nursery, people often ask, “What fruit trees should I get?” And I usually respond with, “What do you like to eat?” If you(more…)
All About Chill Hours
If the term chill hours is new to you, don’t worry. I find it’s not something many gardeners think about and for the most part(more…)