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My Climate Zone
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USDA Plant Hardiness Zone
Zone 6a -
Sunset Climate Zone
Zone 24 -
City
Carlsbad -
State
CA -
Zip Code
92008 -
Country
USA
Gardening Background
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Biographical Information
I am a former hospice RN, who needed to have a change of pace. Gardening has given that to me-- in all ways.
My Mulch Profile
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Website
http://vermicoast.com -
Occupation
Worm breeder, author -
Gardening Ability
4 - Experienced -
My 5 favorite plants are
Alstromeria, Sea Bush, Fuchsia,salivas, geraniums, begonias -
What is a garden myth you hear frequently which you know is untrue?
Commercial fertilizer is the only and the best way to aid in plant growth. -
And, what is the reality?
Compost, mulch and worms casts work better, at least for me and my garden. -
What is your favorite gardening outfit or costume?
Cords, mucks and a hat! -
What is the one question about gardening you would really like people to ask you?
How did I achieve total turf reduction? -
And what's the answer?
Mulch and compost. -
Who is your own favorite gardening personality on TV, radio or in print? Why?
I don't have one at present. -
Do you have a gardening philosophy you would like to share with other gardeners? What is it?
Mulch as much as you can in our county of San Diego. It saves water, degrades to add it's nutrients to your soil and keeps the weeds in check. -
If you could grow only one plant, what would it be?
Hard to pick!Salivas, I guess. -
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?
Crown of thorns and proteas: they are both needing much poorer soil than I have. -
What is your favorite time in the garden?
All day, am's and pm's for the special charm of each. -
What is your favorite color in the garden?
BLUE!!!! -
What is your favorite place or activity in the garden?
Planting by the falls, creek and pond. -
What is your favorite public or private garden in the world? Why?
Monet's garden in Giverney, France. -
What individual has influenced your gardening interest the most? How?
Watching other gardens evolve helped me make my choices. In doing it this way I was able to see which plants would work well for me. -
Gardening Dilemmas
I haven't been stumped by anything I can think of now. -
What do you dislike most about gardening?
Weeds. -
What do you like most about gardening?
Harvesting and eating the fruits and vegetables at home. Also sharing the bounty for flowers from the garden with family, neighbors and friends. -
Company/Organization
Vermicoast -
Favorite Nursery
Green Thumb in San Marcos, Armstrong's, Home Depot, Lowes -
Cat or Dog person
Cat Person
Education
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Favorite Quote
Bloom where you are planted! -
Interests
Gardening, reading, raising worms.
