Video - Calandrinia the little succulent that rocks

Rock Purslane (Calandrinia grandiflora) is the little succulent that rocks! This groundcover plant is covered with delightful pink flowers in the spring and summer. Video by Doug Kalal, Great Gardens Landscape Design

Video - The Amazing Agapanthus

Here is the toughest blue (or white) flower around. Agapanthus hybridus, also known as The Lily of the Nile, is a great perennial for tough growing conditions. Video by Doug Kalal, Great Gardens Landscape Design

Photo - Rose Scented Geranium (Pelargonium graveolens)

Rose Scented Geraniums are fragrant, drought tolerant and rabbit resistant.

Photo by Doug Kalal, Great Gardens Landscape Design

 

Video - How to Propagate Rose Scented Geraniums

Rose Scented Geraniums are fragrant, drought tolerant and rabbit resistant. Let's make some! Here's how to propagate this easy to grow plant. Video by Doug Kalal, Great Gardens Landscape Design

Video - What's new at Costco

When I'm not buying 10 pound bags of hamburgers I love looking at the garden stuff. Here's what's new at Costco in July 2021 Video by Doug Kalal, Great Gardens Landscape Design

Video - 50 year old palm tree is cut down

There is a growing threat to the majestic Canary Island Date Palm Tree here in San Diego. The South American Palm Weevil was first discovered in San Diego County in 2015. Mild winters have allowed the weevil to flourish and it is killing Canary Island Date Palms though out the county. Because mature date palms weigh several tons, they must be cut down once the infestation reaches a critical point. Climate change will allow this pest to keep moving north, towards Orange County and Los Angeles. Video by Doug Kalal, Great Gardens Landscape Design

Video - How to get more blooms from your Mexican Bush Sage

It's summer so that means it's time to whack the Mexican Bush Sage to get more blooms. Here's how to deadhead the plant. Plus meet my new dog! Video by Doug Kalal, Great Gardens Landscape Design

Video - How to make a new pool dog friendly

Are you thinking about building a new pool but are worried about dog safety and fun? Here's the video for you! Video by Doug Kalal, Great Gardens Landscape Design

Video - How to build a concrete patio

From design to finishing, here is how to build a concrete patio. This patio, barn ramp and mow strip totaled 1,500 square feet in new concrete. Because of the shade structure footings, extra thickness for the hot tub and outdoor kitchen, this total concrete pour required 24 cubic yards. Video by Doug Kalal, Great Gardens Landscape Design

Video - How to light up your backyard Part 6 Lighting Water

Good lighting can really make a landscape pop. In this series I will cover all the design elements, from path lights to building lights that really make your back yard dazzle at night.

Video by Doug Kalal, Great Gardens Landscape Design

Video - How to light up your backyard Part 5 String / Café Lights

Photo - String Lights

String lights are a fun way to light up the yard.  

Check out the video above on some tips for installing them.

Photo by Doug Kalal, Great Gardens Landscape Design

 

Video - How to light up your backyard Part 4 Step Lights

Good lighting can really make a landscape pop. In this series I will cover all the design elements, from path lights to building lights that really make your back yard dazzle at night.

Video by Doug Kalal, Great Gardens Landscape Design

Video - How to light up your backyard Part 3 Up Lights

    

Good lighting can really make a landscape pop. In this series I will cover all the design elements, from path lights to building lights that really make your back yard dazzle at night. Today is Part 3 - Up Lights. In addition to up lights I will be discussing low voltage beam spread and LED bulbs.

Video by Doug Kalal, Great Gardens Landscape Design

Video - How to light up your backyard Part 2 Path Lights

Good lighting can really make a landscape pop. In this series I will cover all the design elements, from path lights to building lights that really make your back yard dazzle at night. Today is Part 2 - Path Lights. In addition to path lights I will be discussing low voltage wiring, LED bulbs and different types of fixtures.

Video by Doug Kalal, Great Garden Landscape Design

Video - How to light up your backyard Part 1

Good lighting can really make a landscape pop. In this series I will cover all the design elements, from path lights to building lights that really make your back yard dazzle at night. Today is Part 1 - Introduction.

Video by Doug Kalal, Great Gardens Landscape Design