Be Inspired Blog | California SummerWinds Nursery

Trees for fall ginko biloba, chinese pistache, and japanese maples, with a time for a change copy on the image.

One Tree Can Change Everything

Sometimes, one tree is all it takes to transform a garden! Discover how shade trees, colorful Japanese Maples, and beautiful shrubs can add personality, comfort, and year-round interest to your Bay Area landscape. Plus, why fall is the perfect time to plant.

Let's get scary fall plants in a halloween setting.

It’s Alive! Classic Monster-Inspired Container Gardens

Create Frankenstein, Dracula and Wolfman-inspired fall container gardens using dramatic foliage, seasonal flowers and unexpected color combinations for a fun and beautiful twist on Halloween gardening.

Close up of leaf lettuce growing in garden.

Grow a Cool-Season Vegetable Garden in the Bay Area

Learn how to grow a cool-season vegetable garden in the Bay Area, including what to plant together, seeds vs. starts, soil, sun, watering, fertilizer and tips for a successful harvest.

Discover the Timeless Art of Bonsai

Discover the timeless art of bonsai at California SummerWinds Nursery. Learn why bonsai captivates gardeners, explore beginner-friendly trees, and find expert advice, bonsai tools, pots, soil, and accessories to start your own living work of art.

Explore the wild side of carnivorous plants with 3 different carnivorous plants.

Carnivorous Plants: Nature’s Most Fascinating Predators

Explore carnivorous plants at SummerWinds Nursery, including Venus Flytraps, pitcher plants, sundews, and butterworts. Learn how to grow, care for, and display these fascinating insect-catching plants.