Landscaping

Edith Bergstrom: Showcasing the whole world (of palms) in her back yard

Growing up on a farm in the Imperial Valley, Edith Bergstrom was surrounded by palms. But they didn't really capture her interest until she began

by Linda Hubbard
on September 16, 2011

Dirk Kiehne: Meet the keeper of local bee hives

When it comes to beekeeping, just follow the buzz. That's in essence how Dirk Kiehne, a relative newcomer to the profession, gets his customers. Take

by Linda Hubbard
on August 31, 2011

Listening to the plants in Joan Sanders’ gardens

Joan Sanders believes gardens should talk to each other. The front and backyard of her Atherton home feature multiple gardens. As you move from one

by Linda Hubbard
on August 16, 2011

In praise of chartreuse for perpetually spring gardens

My writing spot is at a window looking out at an adolescent Robinia pseudoacacia Frisia which I planted about 10 years ago. It is dazzling,

by Danna Breen
on July 31, 2011

Spotted: Dahlias soaking up the sun

Note: a number of readers corrected us on our flower identification. Hence, this revised post! Just outside the side entrance to Ladera Garden & Gifts

by Linda Hubbard
on July 8, 2011

Spotted: Tree that’s awash with flowers

We got a tip from an InMenlo reader about two trees at the corner of Ambar and Oak in Menlo Park that are a joy

by Linda Hubbard
on June 6, 2011

“Save Granny!” is rallying cry of neighbors who gather to protest removal of Valley Oak

A group of neighbors gathered this morning in Charles Berkstresser's backyard to protest the removal of a Valley Oak tree. The oak is located on

by Linda Hubbard
on May 16, 2011

Menlo Park compost giveway rescheduled for May 14

Due to a missed delivery, Menlo Park's monthly compost giveaway has been rescheduled for Saturday, May 14, beginning at 9:00 am at Bedwell Bayfront Park.

by Linda Hubbard
on May 10, 2011