Tag Archives: lavender

An ideal plant list for a new Sierra foothill garden

Posted on December 4, 2012 by Sue Langley

Sometimes you find an ideal list of plants suitable for your area to save and keep. This time one of my customers at the nursery happened to bring in an especially nice one. We were able to impress each other,..they … Continue reading →

Posted in Garden, landscaping, Plant Profiles, Sierra Foothills | Tagged buddleias, crepe myrtles, grasses, hibiscus, lavender, mimulus, monkey flower, rosemary, sage, thyme | 3 Comments

Spicy mints in the foothill garden

Posted on August 30, 2012 by Sue Langley

Spicy mints? “Much Virtue in Herbs, little in Men.” – Benjamin Franklin The rich, spiciness of these plants makes them useful in cooking, and nearly half the spices in your kitchen come from this one family, including basil, rosemary, lavender, … Continue reading →

Posted in Garden, Plant Profiles | Tagged basil, culinary sage mint, Deer-resistant, germander, herbs, Lamiaceae, lavender, marjoram, Mint, peppermint, rosemary, savory, spearmint, thyme | 6 Comments

Then and Now-The back slope

Posted on February 12, 2012 by Sue Langley

In a series of Then and Now photos, it’s satisfying to look back nostalgically to see how far we have come. Bought in 2000, and in a completely natural area, we’ve strived to preserve the beauty of our 7 acres … Continue reading →

Posted in Design, Garden, Home Building | Tagged lavender, planting on a slope, rock steps, rockrose, rosemary, Then and now | 6 Comments

October First Views-California’s Fifth Season

Posted on October 5, 2011 by Sue Langley

First Views is a meme that Town Mouse started to show seasonal view of larger areas of your garden, rather than more focused photos of certain plants. She has a Mr Linky widget on her page so others can enjoy … Continue reading →

Posted in Fall, Garden, Sierra Foothills | Tagged Black-eyed Susans, First Views, Lamb’s Ears, lavender, Penstemon, Redtwig Dogwood, salvia, Santolina and Artemisia, Yarrow | 10 Comments

What to plant under oaks and pines in the garden?

Posted on April 8, 2011 by Sue Langley

Caring for native trees in the garden and a list of what to plant. When faced with a new, mountain or rural garden, you need to make peace with your oaks and pines. These beautiful trees can be unkempt, stickery … Continue reading →