The 2 Minute Gardener

Here are 5 wonderful trees for small spaces in San Diego .   These trees are great for patio areas and are usually smaller than 20 feet t...

This raised patio was constructed using Country Manor Keystone retaining walls and topped with Stone Top Pavers. Photo by Doug Kalal,...

Dry stream beds are a great way to combine a focal point in a Xeriscape garden with a way to drain water away from the house. This ...

Happy Spring Equinox!

This raised bed was made for Pavestone Keystone blocks, available at Home Depot.  Raising a vegetable garden allows for easier access...

This month at Costco, you can buy an 880 square foot roll of heavy duty weed block (aka landscape fabric) for about $45.  That is hal...

After you have cleared the slope of the old plant material, the next step is to upgrade the irrigation system.   Drip irrigation is a good ...

This charming little native of Texas and Mexico is great for both drought tolerant and hummingbird gardens. Autumn Sage can reach 3 f...

Here is one of my favorite Coprosmas, "Marble Queen". This shrub gets about 4 feet tall and is great for part shade areas n...

Here is a small Coprosma that is great for tight spaces against a house.  Tequilla Sunrise gets about 2 feet tall and wide. Photo by ...