This little basil plant sprouted from stray seeds carried by the wind from across the garden. It refuses to give in to the cold fall mornings, and though smaller than its summer siblings, seems to be doing well. Let's see how far it makes it into Zone 10a winter. I'm rootin' for ya little guy!🌱

On my way to surf this morning, I snapped this picture of the sun poking through some clouds. Often after surfing, I'll bring home a bucket of seaweed (mostly kelp) for my vegetable garden planters. Did you know you can use seaweed as a natural fertilizer, just by mixing it into the soil?🌱

Just over two years ago, I planted an avocado tree from a 10 gallon bucket. After an overabundance of fretting care, the first hass avocados have finally made it to maturity! I recently had one on toast - a savory, creamy delight! There's nothing like enjoying the fruits of your own garden!🌱

Thinning out seedlings can be hard. You feel the burden of deciding which is the 'chosen sprout', all the while being plagued by the regret of so many plants that could have been! Here's a progression of Swiss Chard, from living in a crowded bunch, to a lonely, then thriving plant.🌱

You don't have to be in the garden to enjoy greenery. I've found that if you stop and take the time, you can find the beauty of nature in the most mundane places. I was struck by the warm fall colors while on my brisk morning outing. I snapped this picture to share.🌱

Even if my tomato plant doesn't yield another harvest, it still seems like I'll be getting a few peas! Though this variety is called "Alaska" it still thrives in Zone 10a, faring well against the cold mornings here. What should I do with these? Pea soup?🌱

This roma tomato plant decided it wasn't ready to die yet, sprouting a bunch of new foliage, and even some flowers! Usually I pull my tomato plants out in October, but what's the chance of getting another round of tomatoes from this fellow in Zone 10a?🌱