AKA companion planting with a purpose. We know that everyone says they are going to start growing their own garden to have fresh fruit and veggies, but really what are you going to do with all those tomatoes? Well, with a little forethought and some garden planning you can...
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No fooling, human hummingbird feeder are here.
(Photo courtesy of Hummer Rings website) We know, that this is April 1, but this is no April fools. We have always loved hummingbirds. Then when we watched a certain episode of a certain car show that our boss wouldn’t want us to mention (*cough, The Grand Tour Columbian...
Be a drip (really!)
A beginning guide to drip irrigation. The drip irrigation aisle at Laurel Ace As Maria Von-Trap taught us: let’s start at the very beginning. Drip irrigation is a specific type of irrigation technique that complements things like sprinklers and timers, and other irrigation techniques. However, when you hear...
Cords of Steel
We all need chargers these days, and let’s face it most houses are deeply divided over the important iPhone vs. Android debate. But we now can offer at least a little bit of unity with Cords of Steel. Not only can a single cord charge any Apple and most...
Why shopping small is so important
Laurel Ace has been part of the Laurel business association and the Oakland Grown association since we took over. We believe that small local business is an asset to communities and we strive in any way that we can to promote that. The following article was written by the...
A Nice November Garden
Looking to plant a garden in November, but feeling a little daunted by it all? Read on: In California, there are two flowers that we most associate with November. One is the ubiquitous chrysanthemum which is in abundant glory in every nursery (including ours). This flower is the...
Spring bulbs are ready to plant
It’s October! And as Northern California gardeners, we are super lucky that we get to continue gardening! We can plant many things directly into the ground at the moment, including kale, citrus trees, chrysanthemums, and strawberries. However, what most people are planting right now are bulbs. Here is a...
Serious about Succulents
Near the city of Guadalajara in Mexico is a small town known for its succulents. Rather, it is known for what it produces with its succulents. The town is called Tequila and the succulent in question is Agave. Agave is but one of the hundreds of succulents...
EGO Tools
Do you know about Ego cordless landscaping tools? Ego have made their tools to be customizable so that you get the tool that you need when you need it The Ego blower (shown) has 3 separate nozzles, so you can choose what is the best to get the job...
Our Water Our World
If you have been in the store lately you have probably seen little tags that say Eco-Friendly, less-toxic Product and an emblem that says Our Water, Our Water our world. OWOW (OurWaterOurWorld) is a non-profit agency whose mission statement is: to raise awareness of the connection between pesticide use...