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December 5, 2024 First some good news; the persimmons that we are featuring won’t cause you to pucker up after taking a bite. These are locally grown, non-astringent Fuyu persimmons that have been ripening on the tree for the last few weeks. Honestly, they are sweet, delicious and ready to…

November 27, 2024 Winter may be coming on but gardeners never give up—opportunities are out there iif we look.   After all this is an important time to protect against the horrible germs and viruses that WE don’t spread around—-but “the others”  do. We need healthy food—vitamins and antioxidants to…

November 25, 2024 Just a little over 18 years ago, my husband and I moved into our home on Shadywood Lane. Charles Dilbeck built the Monterey Ranch style one story house for the Runyan family in 1948. The 77 year old property was, and still is, filled with a wonderful…

An unexpected snow after a much needed rain greets us this morning. Remaining greenery and tree branches are coated with a thick, heavy layer of snow fattening up each plant and object in the yard. The birds are particularly put off as they no longer have the luxury of snacking…