A Garden Needs People
What actually keeps a garden alive year after year? Not just compost and water - but people. This week I’m sharing updates from class, progress on my parents’ backyard project, and a reflection on why community may be the most important regenerative principle of all.
Plants Made for Here
A look at California native plants, from planting and establishment to the deeper lessons they offer about resilience, biodiversity, and gardening in harmony with where we live.
Winter Is a Season for Slowing Down
Winter is a season of quiet work. We explore what winter means in Southern California gardens and how slowing down can lead to healthier, more sustainable systems.
Let the Rain Do the Work
Issue 1 – January 4, 2026
Class updates, winter gardening guidance, and a short reflection on sustainability and small, meaningful change.