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My Climate Zone
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USDA Plant Hardiness Zone
Zone 8b -
Sunset Climate Zone
Zone 16 -
City
Santa Maria -
State
CA -
Zip Code
93455 -
Country
USA
Gardening Background
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Biographical Information
I am 57 years old born in Chula Vista, CA. I have five older brothers. Married for 40 years, one daughter, two grandsons. I own and operate an Adult Day Center.
My Mulch Profile
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Occupation
Owner of Adult Day Center -
Gardening Ability
2 - Sort of Experienced -
My 5 favorite plants are
Hibiscus, Lilac, Banana Palms, Elephant Ear, Mimosa -
What is a garden myth you hear frequently which you know is untrue?
Don't know??? -
What is your favorite gardening outfit or costume?
Old jeans and t-shirt -
What is the one question about gardening you would really like people to ask you?
Can't think of any right now, but I'm sure I'll have a few. -
Who is your own favorite gardening personality on TV, radio or in print? Why?
We have a couple of fellas that come on the radio on Saturday morning I think they are called the garden guru's. You can call in and ask gardening question's. -
Do you have a gardening philosophy you would like to share with other gardeners? What is it?
I'll have to ponder that one. -
If you could grow only one plant, what would it be?
Hibiscus -
What plant have you tried to grow that has given you the most trouble? Or, what plant would you like to grow and can't, and why?
Shrimp plant, I have tried several times to no avail. -
What is your favorite time in the garden?
Morning mostly but I also like to go out in the early evening when the weather is warm. -
What is your favorite color in the garden?
I think yellow but I like all the different colors. -
What is your favorite place or activity in the garden?
I have a small area so I don't have a lot of space, I do like to find new and unique places to plant things. -
What is your favorite public or private garden in the world? Why?
Don' know of any. -
What individual has influenced your gardening interest the most? How?
My Mother, She loved to garden, when I was little she would always be in the garden doing something. -
Gardening Dilemmas
When to prune??????? -
What do you dislike most about gardening?
The WEEDS!!! But I guess they come with the territory. -
What do you like most about gardening?
The solitude and relaxation and watching things grow. -
Company/Organization
Amity House Adult Day Care Center -
Favorite Nursery
High Tide Nursery in Pismo Beach, CA -
Cat or Dog person
Both Cat and Dog -
What is your Garden Test Score?
1-5 Just Beginning
Education
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Favorite Quote
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Interests
Gardening, Mosaics, Crafting
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