Geno's Garden

Day 3 of "What-To-Grow-Instead-Of-A-Lawn : Last month I went on a garden tour that highlighted gardens that were river-friendly and water-wise. The tour (and park exhibit) were sponsored by a community-based group that called themselves the, Elk Grove Greener Garden Project! Here are some of the gardens I liked the best. I like 3 things about this...

It's Day 1 of "What-To-Grow-Instead-Of-A-Lawn" week here at Geno's. It's a hot trend, on many a homeowner's wish list, but it's not entirely easy (especially if you have to remove Bermuda grass!). And, then there's the question of what will you replace it with? One option for our Sacramento gardens is native grasses. Deep-rooted,...

Last week I had a nice visit with a homeowner who showed me pictures of charming patios and walkways and the garden elements that she loved, and this photo was one of them! This circular patio is only 7' in diameter. Can't you think of a special place in your garden for a sweet...

Birds are a part of our gardens ... along with the motion of the grasses, the bees going end up in their hunt for pollen, and sometimes, even, the neighbor's tape of "Does the Chewing Gum Lose It's Flavor on the Bedpost Overnight" wafting its way over the fence (seriously). I like the quiet...

California native plants - are you a fan? There's a lot to recommend. Native plants are pre-qualified garden visitors. They've already proven they can survive in your gardening environment. They also invite their friends ... the birds, bees and butterflies that love their berries, pollen and nectar. Source: laspilitas.com via Jeannie on Pinterest Note: this photo...

I love this picture for the weathered wooden fence as much as for the sunny nasturtiums, but then, I always love gardens and spaces that make me feel like I'm in the country. Did you know you can eat these flowers? They're a bit peppery ... nice additi...

One of my most "re-pinned" photos on my Pinterest page (just means it was popular)  ... I showed these on this blog earlier, but some things deserve repeating, and, with Mother's Day coming up, you just might need a hint. These flagstone hearts make wonderful stepping stones or are pretty as an accent just as...

These rocks are cute - exactly as they are! But, wouldn't they also be a delight embedded in a walkway. What a surprise that would be. (Surprise is a design element I personally think is important) Source: tumblr.com via Jeannie on Pinterest Note: this photo is from my "Garden DIY" Pinterest board. If you haven't discovered...

Isn't this a great idea? I'm really taken with it. I have a couple of grapes I purchased last year that need to be planted, too ... hmmm... Note: this photo is from my "Gardening" Pinterest board.If you haven't discovered Pinterest, check it out! I love it. A place for all the wonderful pictures, recipes...

Wouldn't it be fun to have a rig like this? A traveling outbuilding ... enjoy it at home and then hook it up to your SUV or truck or whatever and take it somewhere? Doesn't seem like it would be so hard to make, does it? This photo is from my "Outbuildings" Pinterest page.If...