Plant of the Month (December) : California Scrub Oak – Quercus berberidifolia

California scrub oak (Quercus berberidifolia): Mother Nature's Garden of Health,Gardena, CaliforniaLimitedgardening space requires thoughtful plant choices.  Good plants for smaller gardens combinebeauty, usefulness and habitat value; what we like to think of as ‘value added’plants.  Some of the best evergreen habitat plants are the native live oaks.They are also...

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Holiday Treats

‘Tis the season for goodies galore! While we are enjoying the joy and warmth of the holidays with loved ones, it’s easy to get filled up on sugary sweets and high-fat treats. You can get in the holiday spirit and make healthy choices at the same time. Try out some of these tasty ideas below.Add fruit, like berries, bananas, or a cherry, to some ice cream - that you make yourself!...

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Meal Planning Made Easy

We all want a meal planning system that makes delicious meals that are quick and easy! There is no perfect way to plan, so be sure to find a process that works best for you. Here are some tips on how to get started:Plan it outMake your own menu. Take a blank monthly or weekly calendar and spend 10-20 minutes planning meals and snacks for each day. Planning things out will...

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