I view the world from the perspective of an ecologist. I am fascinated by the biological and physical principles that define natural interactions. I...
I recently discovered a unique garden feature of the desert southwest – the ocotillo fence. The Ocotillo (Fouquieria splendens) is native to the desert...
For years I have wondered why Europeans find American prairie planting so aspirational, while Americans will go to great lengths to create a semblance...
September 07, 2025
All hail the queen! My biggest, most regal squid agave (Agave bracteosa) is a living fountain, arcing above her tall, pleated pot....
As part of our ‘From the Plot’ series, we’ve been talking to inspirational growers who generously share their gardening knowledge with others. We spoke...
Sunny porches dotted with a mismatched selection of containers filled with medicinal herbs, patios with large containers of tomatoes and hot peppers, or a...