Far Out Flora

Gardening in the Outerlands of San Francisco

March 26, 2010
by Megan
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Bacopa Plugs

My propagation class is going strong this spring at SF City College.  This past Tuesday, we transplanted some seedlings, and plug trays to 6 packs and 4 inch pots.  Below are how to steps for transplanting Bacopa Abunda plugs into … Continue reading

March 24, 2010
by Megan
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The Dry Garden

We had some time between garden visits on Sunday, so we stopped by The Dry Garden in Berkeley Oakland for the first time.  Very cool place. I’ve been freaking out with the camera lately… They have a great selection of … Continue reading

March 23, 2010
by Megan
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Maybeck Cottage and Sackhouse Garden

Sunday was full of fabulous gardens.  We received a last minute invite to check out Sackhouse Gardens and Maybeck Cottage in the Berkeley Hills.  Bernard Maybeck designed the Palace of Fine Arts…that unforgettable landmark at the foot of Crissy Field … Continue reading

March 22, 2010
by Megan
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Casper’s Garden Part Deux

Casper and Daryl opened up their garden for a private tour this past Sunday.  Their 1/2 acre garden, located in Oakland CA, is heavily filled with mature succulents and bromeliads along with splashes of California Natives and other exotic orchids, … Continue reading