Prolific Echeveria

When we moved into our house 14 years ago, there was an area of our property we called the "lunar bin" because it was nothing but rocks, dirt and weeds.  Nothing grew there and there was no water going into that area.  Being that we live in the high desert, we did some xeriscaping landscaping. …

Unusual Succulent

I saw this unusual succulent at the Alii Kula Lavender Farm on Maui when we were there in November.  It appeared almost black although it was actually a very deep purple.  They offered to give me a cutting of it but I didn't think it would make it through agriculture customs at the airport.  They're …

Hens and Chicks

I have taken photos of these plants in my garden a number of times but I never get tired of them.  They have such beautiful patterns . . . and they stay green all year long. Maralee