Author: Mark Koehler

Hello again, Westside Gardeners. What is phyllophobia, and why is it such a harmful horticultural practice? Phyllophobia, also known as CRD (Compulsive Raking Disorder), is the fear of allowing any fallen leaves to remain on the...

Hello again, Westside Gardeners. Most of us think about pruning deciduous stone fruit trees in the winter, but now is an optimal time for tree height reduction. When deciding which laterals to keep and which ones to remove, keep...

Hello again, Westside Gardeners. I hope everyone is well and hydrated, using plenty of sunscreen and wearing a wide-brim hat while gardening. Quite often, I’m called to residences and asked, “What is going on with my yard and...

Hello again, Westside Gardeners. This article is for new property owners in new development homes in our Westside, where the landscapes are planted at the bare minimum: a few shrubs, a small patch of lawn, and, if you’re lucky,...

Hello again, Westside Gardeners. It is hot and sultry outside as I put my thoughts together after a busy week. We are entering the dog days of summer. Yes, days are getting shorter, but the hot weather doesn’t diminish, and we...