You’re a grand old flag, You’re a high flying flag And forever in peace may you wave. You’re the emblem of The land I love. The home of the free and the brave. Ev’ry heart beats true ‘neath the Red, White and Blue, Where there’s never a boast or brag. Should auld acquaintance be forgot, […]
HGTV Recommended Deciduous Shrubs for Zone 9 – Sacramento Glossy Abelia (Abelia x grandiflora) Anisacanthus, flame or Wright (Anisacanthus quadrifidus) Aralia, Japanese (Fatsia) Beautyberry, American (Callicarpa americana) Buckthorn, Carolina (Rhamnus carolinianus) Butterfly bush (Buddleia davidii) Chokeberry (Aronia arbutifolia) Coral tree, cockspur coral tree (Erythrina crista-galli) Crapemyrtle (Lagerstroemia), compact types Fig, common (Ficus carica) Fringetree, white […]
These vines do well in zone 9 which encompasses the greater Sacramento Area. Annual Vines Gourd (Curcubita, Lagenaria and Luffa) Purple hyacinth bean (Lablab purpurea, formerly Dolichos lablab) Perennial Vines Boston ivy (Parthenocissus tricuspidata) Bougainvillea (Bougainvillea sp.) Carolina jessamine (Gelsemium sempervirens) Calico Dutchman’s pipe (Aristolochia elegans) Crossvine (Bignonia capreolata) Goldflame honeysuckle (Lonicera x heckrottii x […]
Sacramento may be one of the best cities for enjoying the outdoors, but that doesn’t mean that it isn’t without its issues. One of which is the intense heat. There are summer days that reach 108 degrees, and spending any time outdoors can be a tremendous challenge. That’s why most homeowners in Northern California make […]
Annual Vegetables and Edible Flowers It’s easy to eat local in the greater Sacramento area — everything grows here. Here is a list of edible plants that do well in zone 9. Cool Season– Can Withstand Light Frost Greens rainbow chard mustards cabbages lettuce kales etc. Flower Bud Vegetables broccoli cauliflower root vegetables carrots […]
There are many different strategies to create an amazing landscape. Some people import everything from other countries and do whatever it takes to make their vision a reality. These types of landscapes may be more in line with how you pictured your property, but may require more upkeep because they are not native to the […]
There are two zone maps to consider when planning your Sacramento landscape: the USDA hardiness zone and the Sunset climate zone. USDA Zone Map The USDA zone map is based off of winter low temperatures. As you can see from the map, zone 9 dominates the Sacramento area. Plants recommended for zone 9 should […]
“All gave some and some gave all And some stood through for the red, white and blue And some had to fall And if you ever think of me Think of all your liberties and recall Some gave all…” Memorial gardens provide a place of healing and comfort in remembrance of an event or loved […]
Landscaping Ideas: Chinese Garden The Chinese Garden is carefully planned and chaotic. You see a perfect, miniature landscape, yet it has no order. Chinese Gardens are perfect for meditation, relaxation and entertaining. Chinese Garden Principles Borrow scenery Incorporate scenery outside your yard into the garden. Can you see the hills or mountains from your yard? […]
Fall is finally here and we’d like to offer some tips to help you get your yard ready for the colder weather that, SHOULD be here soon. Below are 10 easy things that will help your landscaping look better when March and April come around. They are in no particular order; do one or do […]
