July is a great time for the summer-loving vegetables such as melons and okra ..read more

Check out more about Living the Urban Farmer Life on the following platforms. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCX_MBNpmxN1yF920SmHWySA Instagram: @livingtheurbanfarmerlife] https://www.instagram.com/livingtheurbanfarmerlife/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/410982359555158 Web: https://urbanfarmerlife.com ..read more

It's spring time and there's so much to grow. Here's the full list including all the flowers that we didn't get a chance to talk about on this episode. https://ucanr.edu/sites/UCCE_LA_County/files/131811.pdf And for all the Master Gardener's tips go here: http://celosangeles.ucanr.edu/UC_Master_Gardener_Program/Garden_Tips_for_Los_Angeles_County ..read more

I started beekeeping a decade ago. The reasons why I started are different from the reasons I would start. Now, if someone asked me how to get started, I try to persuade them not to even think about it. I tell them it's not a good idea. I'm not trying to weed out the people who really aren't dedicated. I just think it's not a hobby for most people. Even so I'd love it ..read more

March is right around the corner and it's a huge planting month in Southern California. Spring has already sprung so it's time to get out there and start planting some seed. Let's see what you can plant in March so you can get your seed plans ready. Show Notes: Los Angeles County Master Gardeners March Planting Guide: https://ucanr.edu/sites/UCCE_LA_County/files/131808.pdf The Living the Urban Farmer Life YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCX_MBNpmxN1yF920SmHWySA ..read more

You know what time it is, it's the beginning of the month and we're going to review the monthly planting guide for February ..read more

It's January 2021 and this is going to be a big year for those of us living the urban farmer Life. The silver lining of the pandemic was staying home and spending a bunch of time starting seeds, growing food, and saving seeds. Let's get started with the monthly planting guide ..read more

It's wintertime in Southern California and it's a little chilly. Luckily we can plant all year round so here's the list of veggies that you can start planting from seed and transplants even though it's December ..read more

It's December and we can still plant here in Southern California. Let's discuss what can be transplanted and sown from seed. We'll also touch on frost considerations ..read more

The beginning of the month is a great time to review what to plant and plan for the next month. It's finally warming up and August can be a tricky time to plant so planning is key to summer and fall success ..read more