Did you know that many of my videos have corresponding pages on my site? They offer a quick way to get info you need and learn more. Go to this one's article and gallery of plants, all labeled: debraleebaldwin.com/succulent-landscape/award-winning-waterwise-garden/
Love it! I’m working on planting my own “Dry Garden” in Zone 9 in Pleasanton, California. I have been taking on-line classes thru The Ruth Bancroft Garden, and I highly recommend it. Thank you for your great videos, Debra.
We were told to remove our palm trees because they go up like Roman candles in a wildfire, but we haven't been able to do it . . . we just can't bring ourselves to cut them down. We also have many pigmy palms around our yard. I loved seeing this video. Thank you for posting it.
That's a shame. I'm no expert on palms, but obviously it's the dry material that's flammable. I've heard that dry fronds can sail on the wind during a wildfire, helping it spread. I also know it's expensive to have palms trimmed...but maybe that's a solution?
5:15 When she said they dig up the _Agave parryi_ runners "early", and "throw them out", I figured it was fine because I’ve done the same, with tiny runners… I want to prevent the spread, thus I pull the smallest, youngest pups. And then she pointed out a more… substantially sized one! 😱 😂 I guess the definition of a weed is all about perspective. I personally have to contend with _Agave angustifolia_ runners, which other family members had found for free, and planted poolside, in the shade-so they’re extra comfortable, getting reflected light off of the pool but still being sheltered under a weeping willow. Of course, I’ve removed pups several times, and one even showed up ten feet away! But I make sure to pull the smallest babies. Not only is it just easier to do but there’s less guilt on my part! I look at the prices of some of these agaves and they’re actually one of the more valuable genera. My own must be worth hundreds at this point, and even _attenuata_ and 'Blue Glow' can still cost a pretty penny these days, despite their widespread use. I’m not telling anyone what to do. 😉 I just hope that, if it’s over maybe 5" in diameter, pups are being given away…or sold, at the very least! Or donated somewhere!
If we leave our garage door open for more than 15 seconds, we end up with lizards and even frogs in our garage. Don't you end up with such critters when you have your home open to the outside? We'd have ground squirrels, mice, pack rats, you name it. (We live in Valley Center.) But there are lizards everywhere.
Did you know that many of my videos have corresponding pages on my site? They offer a quick way to get info you need and learn more. Go to this one's article and gallery of plants, all labeled: debraleebaldwin.com/succulent-landscape/award-winning-waterwise-garden/
This is lovely - and it's so great to see the photo with the beginning of her takeover.
I'm so glad you liked it! I felt the same way.
Beautiful garden!🥰🥰🥰love the ficus!
Yes, it's gorgeous. So glad they cherish it.
Amazing! The names of the plants showed above is helpful and much appreciated!
You're most welcome! Good to hear it helps.
Love it! I’m working on planting my own “Dry Garden” in Zone 9 in Pleasanton, California. I have been taking on-line classes thru The Ruth Bancroft Garden, and I highly recommend it. Thank you for your great videos, Debra.
Hi BonnieBonnie! *I'm a dry garden neighbor in Livermore :)
@ would you like to meet at Alden Lane Nursery sometime?
Thanks Bonnie, good to know!
Gorgeous garden! Tempts me to move to that climate. I'm in zone 5.
We'd love to have you Vickie! 😉
We were told to remove our palm trees because they go up like Roman candles in a wildfire, but we haven't been able to do it . . . we just can't bring ourselves to cut them down. We also have many pigmy palms around our yard. I loved seeing this video. Thank you for posting it.
That's a shame. I'm no expert on palms, but obviously it's the dry material that's flammable. I've heard that dry fronds can sail on the wind during a wildfire, helping it spread. I also know it's expensive to have palms trimmed...but maybe that's a solution?
Thank you for the video. What a beautiful garden. I love how they opened up the house to the garden.
I know! Who'd ever think to rip out a living room fireplace?! Really thinking outside the box.
Wonderful tour and video, Debra!
Thanks, Pat! 😘
Beautiful!
Good to know about the agave. I guess I'll take it out. I have been keeping things at bay, though with the worm casings, as far as I know.
Re snout weevil, see the comprehensive info on my site: debraleebaldwin.com/pests/agave-snout-weevil-prevention-treatment/
5:15 When she said they dig up the _Agave parryi_ runners "early", and "throw them out", I figured it was fine because I’ve done the same, with tiny runners… I want to prevent the spread, thus I pull the smallest, youngest pups. And then she pointed out a more… substantially sized one! 😱 😂 I guess the definition of a weed is all about perspective.
I personally have to contend with _Agave angustifolia_ runners, which other family members had found for free, and planted poolside, in the shade-so they’re extra comfortable, getting reflected light off of the pool but still being sheltered under a weeping willow. Of course, I’ve removed pups several times, and one even showed up ten feet away! But I make sure to pull the smallest babies. Not only is it just easier to do but there’s less guilt on my part! I look at the prices of some of these agaves and they’re actually one of the more valuable genera. My own must be worth hundreds at this point, and even _attenuata_ and 'Blue Glow' can still cost a pretty penny these days, despite their widespread use. I’m not telling anyone what to do. 😉 I just hope that, if it’s over maybe 5" in diameter, pups are being given away…or sold, at the very least! Or donated somewhere!
All good points (no pun intended). Thanks for an insightful comment!
wonderful tour! loved it❤❤❤
Thanks, Juan!
Beautiful garden!❤❤❤
Thank you Deborah like always your videos. They are so beautiful.
You're a real sweetie, Martha. I appreciate your comments!
Que jardim maravilhoso! Grata 💙
Nice❤
Love your videos! Thank you. :)
Aw, thanks Matt!
hey debra thanks for the nice videos
Thanks, LOTD!
If we leave our garage door open for more than 15 seconds, we end up with lizards and even frogs in our garage. Don't you end up with such critters when you have your home open to the outside? We'd have ground squirrels, mice, pack rats, you name it. (We live in Valley Center.) But there are lizards everywhere.
LOL, I didn't think of that. It's likely the courtyard wall keeps a lot of critters from coming in from other gardens and open spaces.