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How to Choose Fire-Resistant Plants in San Diego County
How to Choose Fire-Resistant Plants in San Diego County Fire season is a year-round concern in California. The memory of the October 2023 Firestorm and the devastation it caused to homes and structures is still fresh. Many of the properties that were lost had an inadequate “defensible space.” A defensible space acts as a shield…
Read MoreCelebrate National Pollinator Week: What to Grow in Your Garden
Celebrate National Pollinator Week: What to Grow in Your Garden June 17th to 23rd is National Pollinator Week. Let’s make a buzz! First, the bad news. Habitat loss is a significant contributor to the massive decline of pollinators. If pollinators were wiped out, humanity and all the terrestrial ecosystems on Earth wouldn’t survive. After…
Read MoreJune Gardening To-Do List: San Diego Edition
June Gardening To-Do List: San Diego Edition Ahh, June. Kids are starting their summer break, vacation plans are in motion, and foggy mornings and sunny afternoons are the norm. Sure, there are overcast days, so this time of year is affectionally called “June Gloom.” However, the cool morning and afternoon warming patterns are ideal for…
Read MoreEliminating Weeds the Sustainable Way: Tips for 2024
Eliminating Weeds the Sustainable Way: Tips for 2024 You’ll want to clear weeds during the first four weeks of their life to prevent them from taking vital nutrients from the soil. At Westturf, we take pride in using little to no chemicals to remove weeds. Getting rid of weeds naturally is better for the environment…
Read MoreHow to Spice Up Your Yard with an Herb Garden
How to Spice Up Your Yard with an Herb Garden It doesn’t get much better than spicing up a meal with fresh-grown herbs. Herbs add flavor to meals and benefit your overall health. People have been growing herbs for thousands of years, both for culinary and medicinal benefits. So, if you’re looking for ways to…
Read MoreTop Signs Your Irrigation System Needs Repair in 2024
Top Signs Your Irrigation System Needs Repair in 2024 Failing to recognize a broken irrigation system can become a nightmare. After all, when there are broken sprinklers and pipes, your water bill will skyrocket. Plus, all that water is going to be wasted. Then there’s a mess to think about. Fortunately, there are noticeable signs…
Read MoreTo Mow, or Not to Mow
To Mow, or Not to Mow No Mow May is one of the fastest growing trends on the landscaping scene. So, what is No Mow May? It’s a trend encouraging people to delay the first mow of the season. By delaying the first mow of the season and letting your lawn grow, you can temporarily…
Read MoreHow to Brighten Up Your Garden in San Diego
How to Brighten Up Your Garden in San Diego Do you have a shady area in your yard that could use some color? Does San Diego’s May gray and June gloom weather patterns get you down? Do you want to combine yellow flowers with other colorful plants and flowers in your landscape? You can grow…
Read MoreHow to Create a Natural Mosquito Barrier with Plants in San Diego County
How to Create a Natural Mosquito Barrier with Plants in San Diego County Tired of swatting away mosquitoes? Mosquitoes are more than a nuisance; they carry diseases and can cause you to itch like crazy. Fortunately, you can prevent an infestation on your property by planting mosquito repellant plants. If you’re looking for plants to…
Read MoreExpert Tips for Successfully Growing Peppers in Your San Diego Garden
Tips for Growing Peppers in Your San Diego Garden May is an ideal time to plant peppers in your garden in San Diego, especially if you start from seedling plants. Here’s why: peppers need a good dose of warm weather to get started, and May is when the temperature begins to warm up in San…
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