Author Archives: Nicole Clausing

How an L.A. Writer Created the Kind of Workplace You Thought Only Existed on T.V.

Mara Brock Akil likes to say that her office in historic West Adams reminds her of a Phyllis Hyman song. Assured, feminine,… Read More

Insider Guide: Driggs, Idaho

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Hannah Che’s Vegan Chinese Recipes Modernize a 1,000-Year-Old Tradition

Can veganism go viral? If anyone can accomplish that in the world of Chinese cuisine, it’s Hannah Che. Hailing from Portland and now… Read More

Want Fall Color? You Don’t Need to Plant a Tree

The first day of fall is Sep. 22, which means it’s almost time for autumnal shades in the garden. But what makes fall leaves change… Read More

The Minimalist Arizona Garden That Turns Water Away

The term minimalism isn’t always associated with gardens, but this stone-on-stone outdoor space in Sedona, Arizona, has a decidedly minimalist feel. Which… Read More

Modern Modular: How a Creative Couple Turned Corrugated Metal into Magic

A country house can be a time machine. At least that’s how Todd Hosfelt sees it: “When you come here, time slows down. One day can… Read More

The New Cult Cabs Are from Wineries You’ve Never Heard Of

When it comes to cult Cabernet Sauvignon and other high-end juice from Napa Valley, “bargain” is a relative term—with bottlings from Screaming Eagle… Read More

I Don’t Have a Pool—So I Turned My Backyard Into a Water Park

One of the things I dislike most about late summer is that it’s simply too hot for a lot of the activities I like to… Read More

Save the Tomatoes! How to Protect Your Raised Bed from a Heat Wave

“In August, it can really be a matter of just trying to keep your plants from expiring every minute of the day,” says Yvonne… Read More

Quiz Answer

October 23, 2022 Question: Pumpkin: Vegetable or fruit? Answer: Fruit. Although we don’t pluck pumpkins off a tree like apples,… Read More

8 Easy Recipes for Your Extra Garden Tomatoes

Is there anything more exciting than when your tomatoes come in? I’ve already made a bright red marinara sauce out of homegrown… Read More

Wait, How Is This Green-on-Green Garden Low Water?

Just in case you don’t know Flora Grubb, she’s the co-owner of a revered garden center in San Francisco, Flora Grubb… Read More

Not Your Average Bunk Room: The Secret to Sleeping 15 in This San Juan Island Getaway

When I think of staying in a vacation home, the first thing that comes to mind isn’t relaxation among my closest friends. Instead, it’s… Read More

Pair This Cedar Tub with Gorgeous Views to Create Magic on Tap

When landscape designer Sarita Jaccard first laid eyes on the front- and backyard at a couple’s home in Los Angeles, she saw… Read More

Amazon Prime Day Deals 2022 That Your Garden Needs Now

We only recommend things we love. If you buy something through our site, we might earn a commission. Here’s something gardeners know that… Read More

DIY a Houseplant Centerpiece No One Will Be Able to Stop Looking At

Pure Salt’s interior design store in Newport Beach is a sight to behold—it’s literally dripping with plants. Co-owned by Aly Morford and … Read More

How an Ex-Hollywood Stunt Pilot and a Park Ranger Invented Aerial Firefighting

Were it not for the efforts of two men who settled in the town of Willows, California, the August Complex Fire, the largest in… Read More

Experts Agree: This Is the Ultimate Gardening Tool

Some of you may remember that earlier this year, we did a deep dive into backyard gardening and produced an eight-part newsletter on the… Read More

Don’t Let the (Raised) Bed Bugs Bite: Garden Pest Remedies

The following is excerpted from our newsletter, “Sunset 101: The Ultimate Guide to Raised Beds.” To find out more about Sunset’s newsletters, … Read More

How to Grow the Best Roses—And Which Variety Is Right for You

In my front yard, I have a copious number of ancient roses that refuse to give up the ghost. Admittedly neglected, for much of… Read More

Help! When Do I Harvest the Veggies in My Raised Bed?

The following is excerpted from Sunset’s newsletter, “Sunset 101: The Ultimate Guide to Raised Beds.” To find out more about Sunset’s newsletters, click here. Read More

A Raised Bed in a City? This Urban Gardener Did It, and So Can You

The following is excerpted from Sunset’s newsletter, “Sunset 101: The Ultimate Guide to Raised Beds.” To find out more about Sunset’s newsletters, click here. Read More

Wait, Are Raised Beds Right for Your Space? Here’s How to Tell

An excerpt from this piece originally appeared in our newsletter, “Sunset 101: The Ultimate Guide to Raised Beds.” To find out more about Sunset’s newsletters, … Read More

Add a Lot of Green to Your Garden Without Using Much More Water

Trends come and go, but Flora Grubb, the face of iconic San Francisco plant store Flora Grubb Gardens,… Read More