Plants
Visiting Poot’s Cactus Nursery in Ripon, CA — again!
I took the day off today, and my boss was none too pleased. (And, for the record, I’m my own…
Impulsively buying a strawberry plant in a hanging basket
On slow workday afternoons when I crave some semblance of human interaction, I wander around The Home Depot. A few…
Baking a cherry galette!
Living in the Valley for five years has deepened my appreciation for seasonal produce, whether it’s bought from a local…
Cutting roses: When to do it for the best results
We've arrived at the cusp of late spring and early summer in the Central Valley, which means that flowers are…
Shopping Dollar Tree’s hanging planter accessories!
It's that odd bit of winter where it's freezing cold outside, but it somehow feels like spring because the sun…
Deadheading flowers
Our summer days in the Central Valley are blisteringly hot; it feels like walking on coals whenever I venture out…
What to wear when you’re gardening
I’m telling everyone that I’m in my Vietnamese grandpa era. These days, I’ve been into flannel shirts, clogs, multi-pocketed cargo…
Ordering from Hey Rooted
Hey, guess who just got *rooted*? I’m a thrifty gal, and I don’t usually seek out uncommon plants. Most of…
Growing easy-care prayer plants
Ross and Rachel. Sam and Diane. J.D. and Elliot. Me and prayer plants. Prayer plants and I have the most…
Review: Christopher Griffin’s You Grow, Gurl!: Plant Kween’s Lush Guide to Growing Your Garden
Plant Kween, AKA Christopher Griffin, is easily one of my favorite plant personalities. They’re so joyful and warm and playful;…