Monthly Archives: July 2015

Examples of drought tolerant gardens abound, June 4, 2015

Posted on Thursday, July 30, 2015 by Heather Hacking

By Heather Hacking, Chico Enterprise-Record The home of Bob and Connie Prevot is one of the stops on the Paradise Garden Club tour this weekend. Each of the homeowners on the list has taken steps to save water. Bill Husa — Enterprise-Record … Continue reading →

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Even in drought, just a few garden plants can multiply, May 28, 2015

Posted on Thursday, July 30, 2015 by Heather Hacking

By Heather Hacking, Chico Enterprise-Record This bed liner was laying around pretty much serving no purpose.Contributed photo I don’t know about you, but I’m not particularly fond of living within a budget. My boyfriend will confirm that I also do not … Continue reading →

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Change is good, drought-tolerant garden change is even better, June 25, 2014

Posted on Thursday, July 23, 2015 by Heather Hacking

By Heather Hacking, Chico Enterprise-Record What’s not to love about a love patchwork fence? The artwork is easy to spot right outside Bitz Haley’s kitchen window.Heather Hacking—Enterprise-Record I’m learning a thing or two about yard transformations. Just like changing the color … Continue reading →

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Tilth is a good dirty word in potted plants May 21, 2015

Posted on Tuesday, July 7, 2015 by Heather Hacking

Heather Hacking, Chico Enterprise-Record Last summer I planted a six-pack of Vinca rosea in a big, thin metal bucket near the front door. Vinca rosea is one of my go-to summer flowers and thrives despite the heat. By now, I … Continue reading →

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Outdoor living area is biggest room in the house May 14, 2015

Posted on Tuesday, July 7, 2015 by Heather Hacking

By Heather Hacking, Chico Enterprise-Record POSTED: 05/14/15, 11:10 AM PDT | UPDATED: ON 05/14/2015 0 COMMENTS The morning of Mom’s Day was a flurry of last-minute housekeeping. We had reservations at a restaurant, but there seems to be something instinctive … Continue reading →

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Sow There! Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens, a great place for healing May 7, 2015

Posted on Tuesday, July 7, 2015 by Heather Hacking

By Heather Hacking, Chico Enterprise-Record Native iris, found along the coast, are smaller than the bigger bloomers that thrive in the Sacramento Valley’s summer heat. Heather Hacking — Enterprise-Record I love the Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens the way I love … Continue reading →

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