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Culver City Garden Show Review

This past Saturday I wandered through the 58th Annual Culver City Garden Show. I had never been there before, and what a fun time it was. Gardenerds abounded with booths selling plants and
plant-related items. Master Gardeners were present to answer
gardening questions. The California Native Plant Society was on hand to talk about native plants and plant care. But my favorite part, of
course, was the vegetable and fruit display.

There were contests for the best fruits and most obscure vegetables. This table below featured …
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Mar Vista Green Garden Showcase

The Associated Press published an article today about the dramatic increase in home gardens this year.  It seems that as a whole we are facing the challenges of our declining economy with a shovel.  Here in Mar Vista we’re doing our part to cut back on water usage, pesticides and chemical fertilizers, as well as growing our own food. As a result, there seems to be a lot to show for it –  including the upcoming Mar Vista Green Garden Showcase.  On April 26 from 2-6 p.m., homeowners throughout the city will be showing off their Xeriscape, low …
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