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How to Design a Spring Outdoor Container Garden in Southern California
Spring in Southern California is a gardener's delight, offering mild temperatures and ample sunshine. It's the perfect time to create...

Introducing a
First Exclusive
Collector’s Series
‘REBEL STARFIGHTER PRIME’
Visually stunning, magnificent flavor and solid production That’s the way we want any tomato introduction to start and when you...

March Gardening Checklist
QUICK LINKS: Buy Tomatoes • Buy Roses • Buy Edible Plants • Buy Soils + Fertilizers • Buy Tools +...

Tomatomania and Roger's Gardens Celebrate
'Harvard Square':
The 2024 Tomato of the Year
Gardeners and tomato lovers, rejoice! It's that time of the year again when Tomatomania and Roger's Gardens unveil the much-anticipated...

Tomatomania’s Tomato of The Year for 2023
Tomatomania's Tomato of the Year: ‘Dwarf Melanie's Ballet’ The Little Tomato with Big Flavor How Do We Decide on The...

2022 Tomato of the Year!
AND THE WINNER IS… ‘Bronze Torch’ How Do We Decide? There are SO many good tomatoes for home gardeners. Flavor...

Tomato of the Year 2021
'Lava Flow'
We found this gem a few years ago in the offerings of a small hybridizer that we’ve come to respect....

Thorburn's Terra-Cotta Tomato: A Gardener's and Culinary Delight: 2020 Tomato of the Year
Welcome to our gardening and culinary blog! Today, we're diving into the fascinating world of the Thorburn's Terra-Cotta Tomato, a...

The Striking Beauty of Pigletwillie's French Black Tomato: 2019 Tomato of the Year
Welcome to our educational blog where we delve into the unique world of Pigletwillie's French Black Tomato. This variety is...

Celebrating a Century of Blossoms: The Huntington's 100th Rose
Today, we're exploring the enchanting world of the Huntington's 100th Rose, also known as 'Life of the Party', a variety...

Fun In The Sun Rose: A Burst of Sunshine in Your Garden
Today we're shining a spotlight on the 'Fun In The Sun' Rose, a variety that has become a favorite among...

February Gardening Checklist
QUICK LINKS: Buy Tomatoes • Buy Roses • Buy Edible Plants • Buy Soils + Fertilizers • Buy Tools +...

Unveiling the Charm of Italian Anemones: A Floral Jewel in Your Garden
In the world of gardening, there's always a flower that stands out each season, captivating our hearts with its unique...

The Sweetest & Best Strawberries
Why Pre-Chilled Bare Root Strawberries They grow better, produce more fruit and are less expensive. Roger’s Gardens bare root strawberries...

Bare Root Plants: The Best Way to Grow Your Own Garden - Fresh Strawberries
Fresh strawberries are a staple in our garden, enjoyed equally by my family and our pups with every trek down...

The Barbie Dream Rose Garden: A Blooming Fantasy in Hot Pink
When it comes to imagining a Barbie Dream Garden, one conjures images of lush, vibrant plants radiating feminine charm and...

THE FIG AND THE FIG WASP
The Power of Coevolution and an Ancient Tale of Fatal Attraction Every Southern California home orchard should have a fig...

The Carmen Avocado
A Breakthrough for Home Gardeners
An avocado that can produce delicious fruit almost year-round and is excellent for home gardens? Meet “Carmen”. Rejoice! If you're...

Plant Annie’s Annuals and Perennials: Your Garden Will Never Be the Same
Photo courtesy of Annie’s Annuals & Perennials Nestled in the urban landscape of the East Bay is a hidden treasure....

Three of the Coolest Herbs You've Never Heard Of
With longer and warmer days, it’s inevitable for culinary gardeners to start planning not just for tomatoes, peppers, and summer...