Be Inspired Blog | California SummerWinds Nursery

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Small Balcony Gardening Made Easy

Just because you have limited outdoor space doesn't mean you can't have a gorgeous garden! Here are creative ways that you can make the most of your small balcony.

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Mother’s Day Planters and Other Garden Projects To Do With Mom

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SummerWinds Nursery’s Most Wanted: Common Plant Pests and Diseases

When it comes to the animal kingdom and the circle of life, insects play an important role in a variety of ways. But when it comes to growing and maintaining healthy plants, they can often cause more harm than good. If you have a bug problem, you want to [...]

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How-To: Wildlife-Friendly Gardening

There are a few basic elements to wildlife gardening, including plant selection, landscape design, and more. Create your critter-friendly garden today!

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A Quick Guide to Preparing Your Garden for Spring

Preparing your garden ahead of time for spring planting helps to prevent problems later in the season. Any seasoned gardener will agree that there are common nuisances—namely, weeds and pests—that can derail your gardening projects if you don’t deal with [...]