Bernie and  Christopher are a great team in the garden. They live in Smartsville, CA. Elevation 200. Their creativity and handiness are essential for  creating a sustainable property. Christopher & I joke about “not wanting to  water anything that does not produce food, attract bees or somehow contribute to the household”. Low water & edible landscape is crucial! Other points of interest on the property include their “reuse & recycling” projects. Check out their garden bench, fence post bases & garden art. My favorite find was their yellow plum tree. See what we created with them! A few of their tips & ideas:

• Cut PVC pipes  at an angle and insert into ground for deep watering of fruit trees
• Recycle & re-use when you can! See photos of their creative projects.
• Team up!  Having a partner in the garden is a HUGE asset!
• Add goldfish to your water tanks/containers.  This will minimize mosquitoes.
• Diatomaceous Earth is one of their organic weapons against earwigs and  pests.
• What new ideas are you trying out in your garden this year? We would love your comments!

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  Yellow Plum Salsa is easily made by using: Plums, tomatoes, onions, garlic, lemon juice, salt, pepper & cilantro. Chop up or blend with a hand mixer.

  

  Mosaic fire pit made with recycled glass, tile & ceramics.

  

  1950’s water tank is still usable! Add goldfish to cut down on mosquitos.

  

  These yellow plums can be made into a great tasting salsa!

  

  Bench made from Recycled Wood & Tree Stumps

  

  A fun sculture to display antique bottles

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