Create a visual feast with pomegranates, miniature pumpkins, Indian corn, gourds, fall flowers, and herbs from your garden. Tasks: • The tuberous roots of sweet potatoes will be ruined if the

I have noticed a slight change in the weather, at least in the mornings. More breezes, more clouds, more cooler air. I got hungry for some of my fall favorites, such

Today, October 31, is Halloween and in popular culture, it has become associated with horror and the supernatural. So, as gardeners, what better way to celebrate it than to explore the

I am so glad the time of campaigning for elections is almost over. I am sick of hearing candidates bash each other. Often their commercials have nothing about what good the

Shorter days mean less time in the garden; peruse gardening websites, magazines, and seed catalogs instead. Tasks: • Stake newly planted trees in windy areas. • Clean up debris to eliminate

We all know that apples are great without being an ingredient in a recipe. Peeled or unpeeled, that crispy, juicy crunch is a joy for all ages. Right now, there are

My Italian grandmother always called it basilico, rather than basil. I call it that, too, but depending on the circumstances, I try to remember that most people call it basil. I

As you wander through your garden or landscape, subtle variations in sunlight, moisture levels, and structural elements become apparent. These variations create microclimates that can determine whether a plant merely survives

What is a friend? Merriam-Webster defines a friend as a person who has a strong liking, affection, and trust for another person, distinct from family members or romantic partners. I’ve had

The Madera County Master Gardeners will celebrate the season with a Fall Festival event in the Three Sisters Garden on Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Admission is free. The