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CONTENTS IN THE GARDEN 8 NURSERY SCHOOL 12 TIPS FOR ORGANIC GARDENING 14 PLANTING AN ASPARAGUS BED 18 PLANT FOR POLLINATORS

IN THE HOME 20 WAYS TO THROWBACK STYLE 30 UPGRADES FOR SPRING

IN THE KITCHEN 16 MUSHROOMS 26 MATERIALS MATTER 34 SPRING CLEANING 42 SMOOTHIE BOWLS

LIFESTYLE 20 DREAM DECK 36 COMPOSTING 38 SAVING WATER IN THE GARDEN 40 KEEPING YOUR PETS SAFE

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NURSERY SCHOOL SOW THE SEEDS OF A LIFELONG LOVE FOR NATURE BY INTRODUCING YOUR SPROUTS TO THESE PLAYFUL AND REWARDING PROJECTS WITH PLANTS

IDEA 1: BEAN THERE Germinating beans with cotton wool, water and a bit of sunshine is a classic project for budding horticulturalists. It’s an especially appealing activity for younger children thanks to how quickly the bean grows.

YOU WILL NEED Dried beans (broad beans, sugar beans and butter beans will all work well) s Cotton wool s A glass container s A sunny windowsill s

INSTRUCTIONS Place a layer of cotton wool in the bottom of a small Mason jar or other clear glass container such as an old jam or mustard jar s Slip your dried beans in on the sides so that kids can have a clear view of the dayto-day changes s Place another thin layer of cotton wool on top of the beans and gently press down s Wet – but do not soak – the cotton wool s Place on a sunny windowsill and wait for the magic to happen. s

The beans should start to germinate after about three days.

Sow the seeds of a lifelong love for nature by introducing your sprouts to these playful and rewarding projects with plants.

Kids will get a kick out of completing these tactile, all-season activities that merge imagination, creativity, botany and a little bit of practical magic. You also don’t need acres of garden to dig in – if you have a sunny windowsill, you’re good to go. With an emphasis on up cycling and sustainability, each of these easy projects is designed to encourage children to engage with nature, not tech. As well as the fun of getting their hands dirty, the bigger reward lies in watching something grow that they have nurtured themselves, thereby encouraging them to care for and appreciate all forms of life.

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TIPS Water the cotton as and when it feels dry to the touch When the sprouts are around 7 to 8” tall they can be transferred, cotton wool included, to a planter or into the ground. s Beans love to climb: support them on a beanpole, trellis or bamboo or wooden frames s s

IDEA 2: MAKING A SCENE YOU WILL NEED An assortment of glass or clear plastic/acrylic containers: terrariums, vases, medium to large Mason jars as well as small fish bowls or tanks s Child-friendly, spike-free succulents s Spray-bottle filled with water s Small pebbles as well as decorative stones s Potting soil s Moss (available from nurseries) s Plastic animal toys s

INSTRUCTIONS Place a generous layer of small stones or pebbles in the bottom of the container s Top with soil, leaving a few inches of space at the top for plants (depending on their size) and small plastic toys s Plant the succulents and create scenes using the toys and moss s Spray with a fine mist of water as needed s

TIPS A terrarium makes a great DIY gift for little friends: pop a suitable container, several small succulents and a mini spray-bottle into a gift box along with soil, pebbles and plastic toys sorted into separate Ziploc bags. Don’t forget handwritten instructions s There’s no limit to how creative you can get: think colourful gravel, fairies and toadstools and dinosaurs s Before assembling your terrarium, mark the inside of the jar with dots of glow-inthe-dark paint to up the cool factor s

IDEA 3: ROOTS & SHOOTS YOU WILL NEED Small glass container, deep dish or a drinking glass / small pots Soil s Garlic cloves / the thick base of a celery s s

INSTRUCTIONS To regrow celery: s Once you have used all the stalks on your bunch of celery, place the base in a container, deep dish or glass with clean, roomtemperature water s Leave the on the windowsill or somewhere that the base will get gentle sunlight s New leaves should start to grow within five days s Once the leaves are a little bigger, you can transfer your celery base into a pot filled with potting soil Home spring-summer 2018 10 Coastal & GARDEN

Plant the base in the soil with the leaf tips exposed and place in a spot that gets generous sunlight s Water regularly s After a week or two you should see stalks start to emerge s

To regrow garlic: s Try to buy organic garlic to begin with. This should ensure that it has not been chemically treated which often prevents sprouting s Fill a pot with potting soil and plant cloves (sprouting or not) around one to two centimetres down so they are covered s Leave on a sunny windowsill or spot on the balcony or in the garden s Water regularly but do not soak the soil or the cloves will rot s Your garlic sprouts should start to push through the soil after about a month s After several months you should notice hard, grass-like leaves growing from the centre of the plant s Once these start to curl and brown, your garlic is ready to harvest

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T IPS FOR BOUNTIFUL ORGANIC GARDENING IN SMALL SPACES

You too can grow an organic urban garden nearly anywhere. With a few tips and tricks from our organic gardening expert, David, you’ll be well on your way!

We’ve seen awesomely functional urban gardens everywhere from fire-escapes, to rooftops, to side-yard aisles only a few feet wide. s

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We were skeptical of planting in such a small space, but now our small garden produces more food than we ever thought possible.

Our demo garden started with a few carefully tended rows of vegetables and ornamental plants.

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VERTICAL GARDENING MAXIMIZES GROUND SPACE To make the most of our space we use the fence as a trellis. An espalier apple tree, climbing green beans, cucumbers, nasturtium, raspberry cane and a sprawling grape vine call the fence home.

These plants grow upwards using the fence as support.

They shade more delicate plants planted below them and take up very little ground. Trellising, staking or caging other plants so they grow upright also saves space. Dave grew 3 varieties of tomato in one large tomato cage this year which resulted is a gigantic tower of tomatoes!

PLANT A VARIETY OF ONLY WHAT YOU NEED Planting small amounts of different plants in groupings based on their water and feeding needs, we can harvest a wide variety of produce from just a 3’ by 3’ portion of the garden at a time.

If you have a small space, plant one squash instead of two, a handful of carrot seeds instead of the whole packet and so on.

Also, staggering your planting will give you produce that is ready to harvest at different times during the growing season and you

won’t end up with waste from over planting an area all at once.

Of course, you can always preserve, pickle, or can your surplus produce.

PLANT ITEMS SUCH AS “CUT AND COME AGAIN” LETTUCES These type of greens and vegetables are a good idea in a small space because they can be harvested over a long period of time, one leaf or bunch at a time. This is another tip that allows you to maximize ground space while also being able to harvest from one area of the garden throughout the season.

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HARVESTING AT THE RIGHT TIMES Now that we are well into summer Dave is harvesting from the demo garden EVERY day. Even on his days off. And, we all occasionally stop as we pass and pick a handful of raspberries or a ripe tomato.

That is the benefit of staggering your planting and not planting too much of one thing. Having a variety of plants gives us the ability to literally cook straight from the demo garden.

TIP: planting herbs mixed in with your vegetables will add a culinary benefit and beauty.

WATERING AND FEEDING ENSURE PLANT HEALTH Special attention needs to be paid when watering plants in a small garden space. Not every fruit or vegetable has the same water and feeding requirements. Planting things together that have similar requirements allows you to water just that area when it’s needed and not the entire space.

For example, tomato plants do not require the same amount of water as newly sewn carrots and beets.

SOIL PREP AND MAINTENANCE FOR WELL-FED PLANTS Rather than bring in bagged soil or heavily amend the soil in the demo garden, Dave regularly top-dresses, mulches and weeds to help build the soil fertility over time. He also uses a pick or hoe to break up the harder ground and get oxygen to the plants roots.

When he first puts a plant start or seeds in the ground, he adds a layer of compost to give the new plants a boost of nutrients and mulches with straw or Gardener & Bloom Compost. Dave uses Angus’s top-dress recipe (see below) to regularly feed the garden

DAVE’S VERSION OF ANGUS’S TOP-DRESS FERTILIZER This recipe makes enough top-dress fertilizer for one (1) 12’ X 12’ garden bed…

Ingredients: 1lb. Kelp Meal 1lb. Dolomite Lime 1/2-1lb. Crab Meal 1/2-1lb. Fish Bone Meal 1 lb. Worm Castings and/or Compost Instructions: Place all ingredients in a wheelbarrow or on a tarp and mix well Add approximately 1 cup to 1 quart to each plant depending on its size. Increase the dressing amount as the plant grows If you don’t use it all in one application keep it mixed well during storage to keep it aerobic.

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GREEN SHOOT & CROWN ROOT PLANTING AN ASPARAGUS BED

Asparagus is another crop that spreads by runners, although it is a bit pickier about growing conditions and harvesting than raspberries. It’s one of those legendary foods that are so much better fresh from the garden. If you have space, they are well worth the effort and patience it takes to grow your own. Asparagus is a perennial crop that can last for 5-15 years under the right conditions; it doesn’t like to have its roots disturbed, though, so it needs to be set well away from areas where annual crops are planted and dug up every year.

Asparagus requires well-drained soil and regular watering to produce its best crops.

And it requires a monumental amount of patience not to harvest any for the first 3, yes 3 years!

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See, asparagus shoots are just the beginning of an asparagus plant; if not harvested, the thin green pencils of asparagus that we know from the grocery store will unfurl into feathery wands that resemble asparagus ferns, to which they are closely related. It is these fernlike leaves that supply the asparagus plant with energy. We harvest the shoots before they can begin to photosynthesize, but at some point in the season, depending on how old the plants are, the gardener must stop harvesting spears to allow them to grow into fronds that will nourish the plant throughout the growing season. Oh, the self-restraint that is required, once you have tasted the spears fresh and raw from the garden!

Further complicating matters is that asparagus are relatively slow growers. It is advisable not to harvest the first spears until the third spring after planting, and even then, the harvest should be limited to no longer than 2 or 3 weeks. In later years, the harvest can be stretched, from 6-8 weeks for a 4-year old patch, and on up to 2 months of harvesting for an established patch. Each year, it is the responsibility of the gardener to stop harvesting those luscious spears, in order to let the patch recharge for next year.

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have referenced for this article, would be about 45 square feet, or 3x15 feet. “An asparagus lover’s dream,” she calls it, fit for one person who really, really loves asparagus. It’s worth setting aside some space, even if you do not have this much room to dedicate to asparagus; even 5 plants will provide a few delicious meals or fresh garden snacks.

PLANTING AND CARE

The asparagus crown looks something like a great dirty octopus. Full sun is great, but asparagus will tolerate partial shade, and may even appreciate a bit of protection from burning autumn afternoon sun in really hot inland areas. The pH should be between 6 and 7, neutral to just a little alkaline. Add lime, at an approximate rate of 2.5 pounds per 50 square feet, per year, to maintain alkalinity if the surrounding soils tend to acidity.

Determine where in the trench each of your asparagus plants will go. In the bottom of the trench, at each planting location, build a small mound of mixed soil and compost, in a kind of volcano shape. The crown should be placed on top of these mounds, with the roots draped all around the sides of the mound. Remove any damaged or broken roots before planting.

Plant all crowns in the trench as directed, and then fill in the trench to cover the tops of the crowns by about 2 inches. As the season progresses, asparagus requires regular deep watering to keep the soil moist. Mulch is a welcome addition once the pants are growing vigorously, to aid in moisture retention. A mild nitrogen fertilizer can be applied in the spring of subsequent years, before the shoots begin to sprout; this will stimulate the crowns to produce more shoots. In late fall, when the fronds begin to turn yellow, they can be cut to the ground and composted.

Phew! It’s a lot of information to bite off, all at once, but once they’re in the ground, asparagus can be such a rewarding crop.

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MUSHROOMS When it comes to buying mushrooms, we often go by appearance rather than taste. We stick to those clean-cut white button mushrooms, perhaps a bit intimidated by the wilder characters in the fungus family. But it’s worth getting to know all those oddlooking mushrooms—they can really add taste and sophistication to your cooking.

Because true wild mushrooms are perishable and available only in season, they are often found at supermarkets in a dried or powdered form. In this way they can be used as a seasoning.

Dried porcini, morels, black trumpets, and even chanterelles, can be found bagged and ready to add to quick sautés, soups, or pasta sauces. They only require a quick hydration in warm water or vegetable broth.

While many mushrooms may appear vastly different in color or size, they may actually be of the same variety. Button, Crimini, and Portobello mushrooms are all scientifically known as Agaricus Bisporus. How they get their different appearance and flavor actually comes from which strain was planted and what age the mushroom was when picked. Button mushrooms are the youngest of the Agaricus Bisporus variety, picked early in the growing process. Crimini mushrooms, also known as Baby Bellas, are more mature and can be distinguished by their browner shade.

Portobello mushrooms are allowed to reach full maturity which results in their larger size. The Agaricus bisporus makes up about 40 percent of the mushrooms grown around the world.

OYSTER MUSHROOMS These fan-shaped mushrooms grow on the sides of trees, looking kind of like an oyster. They have a mild taste, and work well in stir-fries, soups, sauces and many other dishes. Cut off the base of the mushroom, then separate its layers before cleaning them.

SHIITAKE MUSHROOMS If you like Asian food, you’ve probably tasted these in miso soup, sushi or in Chinese stir-fries. They have white stems, brown caps and typically sprout off logs. Shiitakes add a deep, smoky flavor and chewy texture to all kinds of dishes. They are available fresh or dried, which is said to have a more intense flavor. In Asia, shiitake mushrooms are associated with longevity and good health.

PORCINI MUSHROOMS Porcini mushrooms have a distinctly strong and unique flavor. Their meaty texture holds up to roasting, sautéing and braising. Add to fresh pastas, rice, and meat stews. Pair with dried fruits, fresh herbs, fresh cow and sheep’s milk cheeses and cured meats.

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Porcini freeze well but should be used within a week when fresh.

Prized in Italian cooking, dried Porcini mushrooms are a favorite.

DRIED WILD MUSHROOMS It’s nice to have a bag of mixed dried mushrooms on hand to add rich flavor to all kinds of dishes. Just remember to leave time to reconstitute them. The easiest way to do this is to boil them and then steep in the hot water until they are soft. The water that they steep in will have lots of flavor and, if strained through a coffee filter to remove grit, can be used in place of other liquids in recipes. This liquid can be used as a mushroom broth for your next soup or sauce.

So next time you want to spruce up your homemade soup or pasta sauce add wild mushrooms, fresh or dried. The unique flavor will surprise and delight you and your guests!

DRIED MUSHROOM RISOTTO Serves 4 1⁄2 cup dried Porcini mushrooms - Shiitake or Oyster work work well also 4 cups vegetable stock or 4 cups mushroom stock 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 onion, minced 2 garlic cloves, minced 2 cups Arborio rice 1⁄2 cup dry white wine 2 tablespoons chopped green onions 1⁄2 cup heavy cream (35%) 3 tablespoons freshly grated parmesan cheese Salt & freshly ground black pepper DIRECTIONS Heat stock to boiling, remove from heat and add dried mushrooms. Let stand for 15 minutes, strain mushrooms, and reserve liquid. Chop mushrooms roughly. Heat oil in a large saucepan and add the onions and garlic. Saute gently for 2-3 minutes. Stir in rice and coat with the oil. Pour in the wine and simmer, stirring, until the liquid is absorbed. Stir in mushrooms.

Add reserved stock by the ladleful, stirring until the liquid is absorbed and continue in this way until all the stock is absorbed and the rice is plump and tender. Add the green onions, cheese and cream. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

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Bumble bees are among the most important of native pollinators, both for wildflowers and agriculture, yet they are not well known by non-scientists.

Birds, bats, bees, butterflies, beetles, and other small mammals that pollinate plants are responsible for bringing us one out of every three bites of food.

They also sustain our ecosystems and produce our natural resources by helping plants reproduce. Without the actions of pollinators agricultural economies, our food supply, and surrounding landscapes would collapse.

Habitat opportunities abound on every landscape – from window boxes to acres of farms to corporate campuses to utility and roadside corridors – every site can be habitat. Its also very important to know your soil type and select appropriate plant material. Planting in clusters to create a “target’ for pollinators to find and planting for continuous bloom throughout the growing season from spring to fall. Select a site that is removed from wind, has at least partial sun, and can provide water.

Allowing material from dead branches and logs remain as nesting sites; reduce mulch to allow patches of bare ground for groundnesting bees to utilize; consider installing wood nesting blocks for wood-nesting natives.

If you’d like your garden to hum with colorful, dancing pollinators, it’s important to grow the nectar and pollen-producing plants that the bees and butterflies in our area are most drawn to. You can find pollinator wildflower mixes with pollinatorattracting varieties like Aster, Asclepias and Coreopsis. The result, easy to grow wildflowers that bring color in their very first season, and last for years to come.

Perfect for the expert or novice gardener alike, colorful mixtures can include favorites such as Cosmos, California Poppy and Red Poppy. Here are eight other wildflowers, Colorado Columbine, Showy Goldeneye, Smooth Aster, Prairie Aster, Globe Gilia, Purple Prairie Clover, Bee Plant and there are many more, that are native to our area and create a breathtaking view. These lowmaintenance mixtures requires little water, add color in the first season and for years to come.

While enjoying the beauty of your wildflowers you can also feel good about helping our food supply and the environment.

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LAY A SOLID FOUNDATION

Don’t skimp on the substructure. Often overlooked, the substructure can have tremendous impact on performance and appearance. For maximum strength and stability, opt for steel framing over wood in order to achieve a consistently flat decking surface. Wooden substructures can split, warp and shift over time, leading to an uneven surface in the deck boards. Dimensionally stable steel offers durability benefits over wood, plus greater design flexibility, sustainability, safety and fire resistance.

GET THE RIGHT TOOLS

In addition to magazines, TV shows and social platforms offer outdoor living ideas and inspiration. There are also a number of online tools designed to help guide you through the planning process, such as the Trex Deck Starter, which can help anyone at the outset of their deck building adventures. It provides a userfriendly way to experiment with various deck configurations and design combinations. In three simple steps, the tool can help you choose the right materials for your project and design a customized outdoor living space before ever raising a hammer.

CHOOSE THE RIGHT MATERIALS

When selecting materials, invest in decking that can hold up against the harshest weather and messiest cookouts. High-performance, low-maintenance composite decking offers superior durability and long-lasting looks. It can also outperform both wood and PVC alternatives over time. With a wood deck, the cost of regular sanding, staining and painting compound considerably over time.

Over the life of a composite deck, the reduced maintenance costs of simple soap and water cleanings can add up to a greater return on investment – not to mention the value of all the time spent enjoying your deck rather than maintaining it.

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should be considered at the same time as the deck boards. A good rule of thumb is to use the “three C’s,” which are: coordinate, contrast, customize. For example, crisp white posts and black aluminum balusters coordinate beautifully with gray deck boards, delivering an elegant look and feel. For a beachy vibe, opt for a contrasting look with all-white railings. Or go completely custom with sleek, black aluminum railings to create a space that’s both modern and inviting. (Family Features) Have fun exploring the many design elements that are available for customizing your deck. Things like built-in seating, planters and storage, as well as add-ons such as a pergola or outdoor furniture, which can add comfort, character and convenience to your outdoor living space. Further personalize your space with a variety of deck and landscape lighting fixtures. Set up path lights to brighten walkways and use spotlights to showcase trees and architectural features. Easy to install and energy efficient, an option like Trex Landscape Lighting can help keep your outdoor enjoyment going long after the sun goes down.

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CHOOSE A DECK PLAN

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WAYS TO THROWBACK STYLE W I T H A K I T C H E N O R B AT H R E M O D E L

When it’s time for a bathroom or kitchen upgrade, some of the greatest inspiration may come from another time entirely.

Some of the most on-trend styles of today are actually throwbacks to bygone eras.

Learn how to make your updated spaces pay tribute to re-emerging trends and add your own modern touches with these three new-again looks.

Retro-Modern A retro-modern design is unique in every way, with elements transitioning from the historically unfitted 1920s to 1950s charm and eccentricity. The result is a space that represents many eras and design styles, and the kitchen is the perfect space to bring this look to life.

Start by establishing a focal point for your retro-modern design, such as a functional nod to the past. Long before modern

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refrigeration, iceboxes were used in many of the homes in the early 20th century to keep foods fresh. It’s possible to mimic this look with the Wellborn Cabinet Premier Series, to achieve an icebox look that actually functions as storage space.

Use contrasting finishes, colors and textures to uniquely define a small space.

For example, a modern cabinet scheme in a dark stain or paint contrasts beautifully with stainless steel hardware and a pop of color to break up the cold nature of stainless steel.

Then bring some uniformity with an option like Shaker decorative legs, which adds to the multi-era design feel. Deriving from the Shaker lifestyle and tradition, the tapering effect offers a beautiful yet simple design feature. Integrate the look across multiple elements, such as a wooden-style tapered leg icebox, along with stainless

steel tapered legs on wall and peninsula cabinets, which can pair nicely with stainless-steel hardware and a 1950s Malt Shop grooved countertop.

Accessories are an important part of kitchen design, which is why they should be kept top of mind when building or designing that dream space. Features such as removable under-sink baskets and a double wastebasket kit lend ultimate practicality.

No matter the era, lighting is a must for a functional kitchen space. A carefully crafted, multi-layered lighting design is an essential component of a dream kitchen.

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MATERIAL MATTERS For many homeowners, aesthetics and function are the primary considerations of a kitchen renovation. However, before you lay out your space and start selecting colors, there is another essential factor to explore: the materials you will use for each feature.

In fact, there are numerous factors to consider as you narrow down your options. Giving special attention to the material composition of your kitchen, particularly when it comes to the aspects that take the heaviest use – the floors, sink and countertops – can help ensure your renovation stands the test of time.

FLOORING Though often taken for granted, the floor is generally the kitchen feature that sustains the heaviest use over time. Whether your tastes tend toward tile, wood or another option altogether, there are still numerous variables to explore.

Tile is an excellent choice for the kitchen because it stands up well to the heavy traffic and spills common in that space. However, tile can also be slippery and can be uncomfortable if you spend long amounts of time on your feet in the kitchen. Ceramic tile is the easiest to install but not as resistant to damage as porcelain or stone tile. The latter options require more skilled installation, and stone especially tends to be more expensive. You’ll also need to pay attention to factors like water resistance and texture, both of which affect safety and how easily the floors can be cleaned.

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appeals. Other variables include the wood type, which further affects the look and strength. Oak is most common, but other traditional selections include options like maple or cherry and specialty woods like teak or bamboo. Plank width influences overall aesthetic, with slimmer boards lending a more modern look. Color is also a consideration, as you’ll need to determine whether you want to match, complement or contrast your cabinetry.

If something a little less traditional is more your speed, an option like foot-friendly cork or a modern take on vinyl may be more to your liking.

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SINk

SeLeCTING a SINk

Identifying the shape and size of the sink you need can help narrow down the options for this aspect of the renovation, but considering the abuse this vessel endures, this is one place the material is especially important.

Materials aside, there are many factors to consider when choosing the right sink to complete your new kitchen.

Classic stainless steel is not only practical, it’s also extremely versatile. It complements any kitchen and is a favorite of enthusiastic cooks and designers alike. While stainless steel’s neutral color and sleek looks work with a wide range of kitchen styles, it’s most often found in contemporary, professional-style kitchens. This classic, durable material lives up to its name. Hot pans won’t hurt it, and it’s less likely than harder materials to damage delicate dishware that may slip from your grip.

If you’re looking to make a statement, an enameled cast iron sink may be the answer. These sinks withstand whatever your family dishes out, from heavy pots to searing skillets, and with a range of colors to choose from, you can go bold with deep hues, be subtle with pale tones or choose a finish that adds dimensional character.

COuNTeRTOpS In a bustling kitchen, hot pots, sharp edges and spills mean the counters can take a real beating. That’s what makes stone a favorite choice for this surface. Natural stone like granite or quartz is hardy, but engineered options offer even greater resilience.

Options like marble or limestone deliver beauty similar to natural stone but these softer materials require more care and caution.

Concrete and wood are popular and stylish alternatives, but their susceptibility to stains and other imperfections may make them impractical for a busy family. For the budget-conscious renovation, there are ample options in laminate, which falls in the mid-range for durability, to achieve an eye-catching look for less.

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Installation s Top-mount sinks extend above the countertop surface. This type is the easiest to install and is often used with laminate counters. s Under-mount sinks are mounted beneath the countertop, making it easy to sweep debris off the counter. They are most commonly used with solid-surface, stone and quartz countertops. s Apron-front sinks, also known as farmhouse sinks, are notable for their attractive front panel or apron. This style can be mounted under or on top of the counter. s A tile-in sink is specially designed for installation in a tile countertop and can be grouted as if it were another tile for a clean look similar to that of an under-mount sink.

Bowl Configuration s Single-bowl sinks: Ideal for washing large pots and platters. s Offset bowl sinks: Provide separation for washing and rinsing, typically with one large and one small bowl. s Double-equal sinks: Separate bowls offer versatile workspace, with the option for extra-deep bowls. s Smart Divide sinks: Available exclusively from Kohler, these sinks feature dividers half the height of conventional doublebowl sinks for the openness of a single bowl and the function of a double bowl.

aCCeSSORIeS Sink accessories add another level of function and convenience.

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FRESH

After a long winter cooped up indoors, spring is the perfect time to start reimagining your home and making upgrades that create a fresh, welcoming vibe. These project ideas – some big, some small – can help breathe new life into your home so you’re ready to enjoy your favorite rooms to the fullest.

AIR IT OUT Months of closed windows and doors can make any room feel dusty and stale. As soon as temperatures allow, throw open the windows and skylights to let the fresh air chase away the remnants of winter. It’s a perfect time to launder window treatments and clean area rugs. After a few passes Home spring-summer 2018 30 Coastal & GARDEN

HOME UPGRADES FOR SPRING

with a carpet cleaner, allow rugs to air-dry outdoors. If you’re considering an update to the overall decor, changing out these textiles is an easy and affordable way to create a new look. Just donate the used drapes and rugs after cleaning instead of bringing them back into the room.

SHIFT YOUR OUTLOOK When contemplating changes to a room’s aesthetic, most people focus on the floor, walls and elements like furniture and accessories. As some homeowners are discovering, there’s a whole other space waiting to be discovered. The ceiling, a fifth wall of sorts, opens up endless creative design opportunities.

Whether you’re seeking more natural light, access to fresh air, a sense of spaciousness or a way to bring sophistication to a room, a skylight may be just the solution. For example, Velux room-darkening and lightfiltering blinds can add a splash of color just where you least expect it, and they’re efficient in shielding your space from the sun, meaning the blinds and installation are eligible for a 30 percent tax credit.

PAINT TO PERFECTION Over time, once cheerful walls can grow dull. Create a livelier ambiance with a fresh coat of paint, either in the same shade or something completely new. If you’re not sure exactly where to start, tackle

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the project room by room. To choose the right hue, select a favorite item in the room, such as an heirloom throw blanket or a piece of wall art, and consider color shades that complement the item well.

MAKE WHAT’S OLD NEW AGAIN Sometimes a fresh perspective is as simple as rearranging a room to better fit your needs. Over time, the furnishings can become almost an afterthought because they’ve been in place so long. Try moving things around to create new conversation groupings or to highlight a piece that has been tucked away in the shadows. An updated arrangement may inspire to you add and embellish with some simple new accessories or accent pieces for a room that only looks brand new.

GET EARTH SMART With all of the new growth and hues of green that abound during spring, it’s natural to be more mindful of the environment. Earth-friendly upgrades like switching out inefficient lighting or installing low-flow toilets and shower heads can make a sizable difference. Another option for energy conservation: Look for ways to maximize natural light for heat and to brighten rooms. Well-placed windows and skylights can harness energy naturally, so you can minimize your reliance on electricity for comfort and convenience.

5 WAYS TO MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR 5TH WALL 1. Start with a smooth canvas. This means eliminating any details like popcorn ceilings or other texturing that may appear dated and dingy.

2. Add some color. Bring character to the room by adding color to the ceiling that complements the traditional walls for a cohesive look. If you have eaves, dormers or other architectural elements, consider painting some and leaving others white for variety and added dimension.

3. Introduce natural light. When it comes from above, natural light brightens a room in a whole new way. An option like a Velux skylight is a sensible solution because it offers plenty of ways to customize the skylight to your specific space and functional needs.

4. Enhance with accessories. Both practical and attractive, blinds are a good idea for a skylight. They let you control the light, such as blocking out harsh rays during the heat of the day but letting the gentle evening light illuminate the room. In addition to choosing a style and color that complements the room decor, also look for features such as remote-control operation and room-darkening textiles.

5. Get creative. Treating your ceiling like a wall opens virtually endless possibilities. Especially if you have some unique architectural features, you can highlight them by adding special touches such as built-in shelves for extra storage or new place to nurture lush house plants. (Family Features)

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SPRING CLEANING

ORGANIZING YOUR KITCHEN If you’re itchin’ to start spring cleaning, start in the most popular place in your home: your kitchen. It’s the hub of your home. It’s the space that likely sees the most traffic. It’s the place where your family congregates to share a meal, chat about their day, unload their belongings, do their homework, and decompress. But, if the space is constantly in a state of disarray, then meal prep, grocery unloading, homework assistance and casual conversation becomes unenjoyable. A quick clean and tidy kitchen is great in a pinch when your friends pop over, but this spring, really spend time organizing for the long haul so that you clear counters for good, can stop digging through drawers for the pancake flipper, and can easily access any pot, pan, baking sheet or kitchen towel in a flash!

Home chefs, bloggers, organizers and social media posters consistently focus on the following priorities when it comes to organizing or remodeling a kitchen: Function (does it meet your needs); Accessibility (can you reach it - or find it - when you need

it); Maintenance (will you replace the item once done with it); Presentation (does it look appealing and inviting); Clean (can you easily keep it sanitary). Very methodically, inspect each zone in your kitchen and edit out nonessentials. These zones are: food prep, pots/pans, bakeware, flatware, glassware, dishes, knives, food container storage (everyone’s headache!), kitchen sink (and below), trash, cutting boards, small appliances, food storage, spices, bottles/sprays, cookbooks, linens, refrigerator/freezer.

Paula, an on-the-go single mom who admits to being a 50/50 cook (meaning she only buys cookbooks with pictures, “kinda” follows the recipes, and has a 50/50 cooking success rate), is a total nut when it comes to keeping her kitchen organized to the point where friends keep their distance from her “zone” and don’t dare pitch in unless it’s to chop/slice/dice while sitting on the stools at the counter. She says her favorite kitchen accessory, if you can call it that, is the pull-out drawer insert. She installed each one herself (“easy peasy,” she says) onto every cabinet shelf

below the counters. (Custom sizes are available for non-standard dimensions). Rather than dig to the back of the cabinets, she now effortlessly pulls out the drawers and everything (small appliances, Tupperware, bakeware, pots and pans, snack foods and cereals) are at her fingertips - and out of sight! For glassware, spices and canned foods, she uses inexpensive tiered, plastic, expandable inserts to optimize space and accessibility.

Cooking (and cooking tool) aficionados, Meryl and Morris, moved into a home that had a “souped-up” kitchen with lots of storage space, but they quickly filled their utensil drawers to the brim.

Knowing that if the drawers were too crowded, they’d be less inclined to put things away, they opted to separate out their most frequently used utensils and display them, in a uniform manner, in “wood only utensils” and “metal only utensils” canisters on the counter, and knives rest in a sleek narrow magnetic block. While it may seem like a no-brainer, the metaphor here is to keep “like things together”, keep the things you use often within reach, store less-often-used necessities out of sight, then gift away duplicates and never-used items.

If counter space is tight, consider an attractive multi-tasking, multi-tiered stand or lazy Susan, or, like Joni who is fanatical about keeping her counters free of excess, hang a 3-tiered basket, load it up with healthy snacks, fruits, vegetables, bread, potted herbs, and spruce it up with a little holiday decor to make it a decorative focal point rather than just a functional organizational piece.

Although Sally and Rich did a major remodel of their 1950s kitchen, like most of us, they still had the troublesome corner cabinets.

What’s a cook to do with this very awkward space? For upper cabinets, which tend to be shallow but high up, select adjustable, wrap-around angled ledges that can optimize the space and accommodate spices, cups, medicine bottles, etc... Below, try installing either a tiered built-in lazy Susan, or the pricier lower blind-corner pullout. Or, resolve yourself to the fact that the Black Hole of corner cabinets is a safe storage place for the “As Seen On TV” cake pop pan, pasta machine, crank ice cream maker, fondue pot and circus animal waffle maker.

I’ve never, ever been in a functional kitchen that does NOT have a “drop zone” or two, and frankly, it’s practical, but one “dropped” thing begets another, and soon there are piles of non-food items strewn across counters, flung on dining chairs, and muddling up food prep zones. Create accessible areas on the periphery of the kitchen for these “dropped” items, such as a multi-device charging station, command central board or wall-mounted organizer (keys, mail, coupons, calendars, notepads), bench/bin for backpacks and shoes, hook rack for jackets, and a very, very tidy utility (aka junk) drawer.

All at once or little bits at a time, be pragmatic about what stays and where, what goes and why, and purchase ahead of time whatever you’ll need to contain and organize your kitchen well into the future.

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COMPOSTING QUICK TIPS

I am convinced that composting is the number one thing you can do as a home vegetable gardener that is beneficial for your soil and plants. Adding good quality compost to your soil helps with drainage, nutrients in the soil and so many other things. Along with the soil benefits you can also take a lot of organic material that would otherwise find its way into a landfill and actually put it to good use. The question is, if you are new to gardening, how do you get from that organic material to usable, quality compost?

First lets start with what is “organic” material. Organic material can be grass clippings, leaves, your left over dinner, coffee grinds, banana peels and so on. Plastic, Sty-

rofoam and meat bones are NOT considered organic material for the compost pile.

Set aside an area of your yard where you will dump all of these items into. As a side note, when it comes to left over food, it is best to bury that. It could draw in unwanted animals like raccoons, opossums, etc. Once you have your pile of organic material in place you are all set. Nature will take care of the rest. Bacteria, insects and worms will work hard together to break your pile down into usable compost. If time is not a factor then you can literally let the pile sit there and it will eventually break down. However, like you, I want my compost a bit faster, so here are some things you can do to help speed things up.

SHReD Using a yard shredder, chipper or your lawn mower, you can break down larger items in very small pieces. The smaller the pieces, the quicker they will break down.

WaTeR You should be keeping your compost pile moist. Do not over water your compost pile as items in the pile will get matted down, which prohibits oxygen from reaching areas deep inside your compost pile, thus creating a “rotting” smell as anaerobic bacteria takes over. A lite watering every other day, or more often if it gets hot and dry outside will do the trick.

TuRN A good practice is to get into the habit of turning your pile over. A pitchfork is all you will need to complete this task. Every few days use your trusty pitchfork to literally turn the pile over by bringing the material from the bottom to the top and vice-versa. For optimal results you want to turn the pile over when the center of the compost pile reaches 140 to 160 degrees Fahrenheit. You can pick up a compost pile thermometer at your local hardware store for few bucks.

VeNTILaTe Finally, remember to keep your compost pile well ventilated. The more air that reaches through the pile, the quicker and the better the outcome will be.

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INCENTIVES TO SAVE WATER IN THE GARDEN As the season changes, think about how you use water in the garden. Irrigation can nearly double your household water use during the summer months. To help reduce water needs in the landscape, California Department of Water Resources (DWR) and the Soquel Creek Water District (District) provide rebates for plants, hardscape and efficient irrigation technology. Here are some guidelines and rebates to help reduce water use without sacrificing your tomatoes and flowers.

1. REDUCE YOUR WATER NEEDS

Plant choices make a big difference with water use. Changing out water thirsty turf grass can really reduce how much water your garden needs in the summer. The state rebate offers up to $2 per square foot for a maximum rebate of $2000 to replace grass with low water use plants. The District offers a turf removal rebate up to $1 per square foot with a maximum rebate of up to $1000 and for multi-family complexes up to $10,000 per square foot!

Before you pick up a shovel, visit saveourwaterrebates.com for state rebate details and visit soquelcreekwater.org/rebates if you are a District customer.

2. IRRIGATE EFFICIENTLY

Once you’ve reduced your garden’s water needs through proper plant choices, make sure to water it efficiently. Converting overhead sprinklers to drip irrigation or micro sprays will reduce wasted water by putting the water directly at the plant ‘s roots instead of spraying it into the air where it can be blown by the wind and evaporated. The District provides a conversion to drip irrigation rebate up to $20 per 100 square feet converted with a maximum per year of $1000.

Make sure your automatic sprinklers that are on a timer, don’t water during the rain. There are two solutions to this problem aside from being conscious of the weather forecast and turning off the irrigation timer in the winter. One is to get an automatic rain sensor device that shuts off the system after 1/8-1/4” of rainfall.

The District offers a $25 rebate for this inexpensive upgrade. The second solution is to get a weather based irrigation timer. These weather conscious timers connect to weather stations either onsite or close by and are programmed to adjust the sprinkler times for changing conditions. The District offers a rebate up to $125 for weather based irrigation controllers.

3. DEVELOP ALTERNATE SOURCES OF WATER

Irrigate with graywater from your washing machine, shower or bathroom faucet on your landscape. This is great for fruit trees.

The District offers a rebate up to $150 per source. Learn more about how to safely install a laundry to landscape greywater system at a hands-on workshop July 28th offered through Cabrillo College Extension.

Harvest the rain! Install rain barrels and tanks that collect rooftop water. 1 inch of rain on a 100-square foot shed can collect about 60 gallons of water. SqCWD offers a $25 per barrel rebate and $25 for every 100 gallons stored. The District also offers a $40 downspout re-direct rebate for the hardware to redirect the storm water to a rain garden, swale or dry well.

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KEEPING OUR PETS SAFE FROM PESTS

THe NaTuRaL WaY pring is here, and Summer is on the way! The season will bring on a myriad of pests just waiting to jump on our pets and have their meal. There are chemical solutions for pests on the market, but they are not always safe, especially if children come into contact with them and then touch their face or consume food later. Dogs are also fond of licking their fur, so it is beneficial to make use of natural sprays to repel insects.

Believe it or not, citrus peels can be the solution to ticks on dogs.

Ticks do not like the smell of citrus! You can make your own natural repellant oil by boiling citrus peels, such as orange and lemon, in water. Let cool, then rub the peels directly onto the fur. This is a good idea for use on a dog but not a cat. Cats do not particularly like the smell of citrus either.

Flea control can be very difficult once an infestation has started to take over, but if you work diligently and frequently you can eradicate the flea population within your home and yard. There are many natural options that are very effective in flea, tick, and pest control. Apple Cider Vinegar has many uses for humans and animals. For your dog and/or cat, steep raw apple cider vinegar in rosemary leaf, lavender buds, cloves (not the oil), and any other kitchen herbs for two weeks in a mason jar. Shake the jar daily.

After two weeks strain the herbs from the vinegar and spray onto your pet. Allow to dry and do not rinse! Works great on people too and is safe on and around children as well. You can make a great flea dip with a strongly steeped herbal bath tea. Simply pick your bug repelling herbs, steep them until the water is cool and either pour or spray all over your cat (this could be a challenge!) or dog, saturating the coat. Let air dry without rinsing. Some of these herbs that you can use for this tea are peppermint, eucalyptus leaf, clove (again, do not use the oil—it is not safe for animals), lemon or oranges (leave out for cats), rosemary, garlic (this is safe for external application when steep in oil, but not safe to give to Home spring-summer 2018 40 Coastal & GARDEN

pets internally), sage, lavender, and lemongrass.

Of course, one of the most important steps in flea control and prevention in your own home is to regularly bathe your dogs and to use real soap when you do it, rather than synthetic detergents.

Real soap, like castile soap, is made with oils and fats and when it gets on a bug (this is true in your garden and on people too!) it disrupts the insect’s cell membranes, causing then to die from dehydration. Don’t forget to dilute if using castile soap, it’s highly concentrated and shouldn’t be used straight up.

Regular vacuuming helps to pick up fleas and eggs from your carpets, floors, and furniture. For an extra flea killing bonus add a few drops of bug repelling essential oils to 2 cups baking soda and sprinkle all over your carpet before vacuuming. Let sit 15-30 minutes before vacuuming. Not only does it leave a lovely scent in your house, but it also helps to kill and repel fleas. This is also great to do all over pet bedding and furniture that your dog frequently lies on.

If making your own repellants is not your thing, check out your local pet supply or feed store. There are many products on the market that have natural ingredients and are not harmful to your animals or your children. One way or another, those pests will not be the focus of your spring and summer season!

According to Ely at Corralitos Feed and Pet Supplies these products, ALZOO Natural Repellent Shampoo for Dogs, ALZOO Natural Repellent Collar for Dogs, Vet’s+Best Flea + Tick Home Spray, NatureVet Herbal Flea and Septiderm-V. are some of the most effective ways to fight those pests and can be found at their two locations.

Homemade Bug Repellant Spray ¼ cup apple cider or red wine vinegar 2 cups of water 2 teaspoons of garlic powder 3 tablespoons of citronella oil

Mix all ingredients in a spray bottle, then spray generously on your pet’s hair. Do not rinse.

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SMOOTHIE BOWLS Smoothie bowls are the food trend of 2018 but one that’s sure to last. A smoothie bowl has unlimited possibilities in taste, looks and health benefits. Smoothie bowls are inherently healthy because of the use of whole foods, mostly including fruits and some vegetables. When using fresh or frozen fruits and vegetables you’re simply adding to your vitamin and mineral intake for the day and it is a great way to get in a variety of nutrients. A few common ingredients to add to the health benefits of a bowl include chia

seeds, hemp seeds, avocado, cocoa nibs, flax seeds and so much more! Once the smoothie is prepped and blended, you then add toppings of your choice. Popular toppings include sliced fresh fruit of choice, granola, coconut flakes, additional seeds and more!

The toppings are the fun part because you can always mix it up with what you’re putting on top, giving it a different flare every time!

Here are two of my favorite smoothie bowls right now:

Avocado & Kale Bowl

Blueberry Protein Infusion Bowl

Smoothie blend:

Smoothie blend:

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½ cup of blueberries 1 cup of frozen kale s ½ banana s ½ cup raspberries s ½ scoop vegan vanilla protein powder (Recommend Garden of Life) s 1 cup of unsweetened almond milk s

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Smoothie Toppings” Sprinkle of granola Coconut flakes s Half sliced banana s Half sliced kiwi s Chia seeds s

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BANKING

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BAY FEDERAL CREDIT UNION 831.479.6000 www.bayfed.com Bay Federal Credit Union is a full service, not for profit financial cooperative. We provide personal and business banking services but, unlike a bank, we’re owned by our accountholders and members like you! Our goal is to be better than a bank by delivering outstanding service, competitive savings yields, low loan rates, and many low and no-cost services. Our Board of Directors is made up of unpaid volunteers who spend countless hours ensuring the safety and stability of your money in the Credit Union.

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FENCING CYPRESS COAST FENCE 831.783.1500 831.295.6193 CCFOfficeManager@gmail.com www.cypresscoastfence.com Cypress Coast Fence offers unparalleled quality with competitive pricing. Our skilled employees combine expertise and artistry with premium quality materials leaving you with a beautiful and lasting addition to your property. With 15 years of experience building custom fences, we have the resources to take on any job. We will work closely with you to design a fence that thoroughly accommodates your specific needs.

FIREWOOD PACIFIC FIREWOOD 2536 Freedom Blvd., Watsonville 831.722.9663 www.pacificfirewood.com Pacific Firewood & Lumber serves the Monterey Bay area with products to heat your home. We carry various types of firewood, boxed wood, pellets, and energy logs. Customer pick-up or delivery is available. Find out more about our products, equipment and services.

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FURNISHINGS AND DÉCOR AMERICAN LEISURE 1118 Ocean St., Santa Cruz 3550 Stevens Creek Blvd., San Jose 831.423.2425 Santa Cruz 408.446.9350 San Jose www.americanleisure.com American Leisure has been family owned and operated for over 40 years. We have two locations to serve you. Come see our outstanding collection of indoor and outdoor furniture, home décor, umbrellas, fire pits, patio heaters, gifts, cushions, teak, artwork, and much more. We are not happy until you are happy!

CENTER STREET ANTIQUES 3010 Center Street, Soquel 831.477.9211 www.centerstreetantiques.com We are 23 diverse dealers specializing in unique and exceptional antique and vintage furnishings that will inspire the decorator in you. When you visit Center Street you will discover an evocative mix of American and European furniture, silver, chandeliers, architectural findings, art, and wonderful vintage decorator accents for your home and garden.

HABITAT FOR HUMANITY ReSTORE 719 Swift St. #62, Santa Cruz 4230 Gigling Road, Seaside 831.469.4663 Santa Cruz 831 272.4830 Seaside www.habitatmontereybay.org The ReStore is a volunteer-driven home improvement store. We accept donations of new and gently used building materials, furniture, hardware, tools, and appliances and sell them at a fraction of normal retail price.

WALLBEDS N’ MORE

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467 Tyler Street, Monterey 831.373.2443 www.wallbedsnmore.com coastalhomefurnituregallery@gmail.com WallBeds n’ More offers a full selection of all-wood, high quality wallbeds in rich colors and styles. Maximize use of your home’s floor space by putting a wallbed into any room you would like to use as an office, exercise room, media, craft or sewing room and still have a comfortable extra bed.

ZINNIA’S GIFT BOUTIQUE 219C Mt. Hermon Rd, Scotts Valley 831.430.9466 zinniasgiftboutique.com Zinnia’s Gift Boutique offers an assortment of delightful items and gifts for the home and garden. The warm and welcoming atmosphere presents distinctive home and garden decor, gourmet cooking items, fine furniture, jewelry, clothing, handbags, men’s items, an ever-expanding children and baby lines, Brighton, Hobo, Baggalini, Vera Bradley, a large selection of local artisan pieces, organic materials and much, much more.

GARAGE DOORS A-1 OVERHEAD DOOR CO. 238 Wheelock Road, Watsonville 831.688.5892 a1ohd@att.net www.aonedoor.com With over 39 years’ experience in garage door repair we have built a strong reputation for providing the highest quality work by giving personalized services to our clientele.

It is our focus on quality and affordability that propels A-1 Overhead Door Co. ahead of the competition. We provide prompt, reliable sales, repairs and service. Call or e-mail for a free estimate.

GARDEN KNOX GARDEN BOX 46-A El Pueblo Road, Scotts Valley 831.461.9430 www.knoxgardenbox.com It’s easy to create a smaller, more manageable and more prolific garden with a preassembled Knox Garden Box. Solve problems with overly compacted soil, poor drainage, voracious garden pests, damage cold temperatures, water shortages, and sore muscles from incessant bending and kneeling.

CABRILLO COLLEGE MOTHER’S DAY PLANT SALE 40th Annual Spring Plant Sale May 11,12, and 13, 2018 6500 Soquel Drive, Aptos 831.479.6241 Friday 3:00–7:00 p.m.

Saturday 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Sunday 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

HOME AND FARM MOUNTAIN FEED & FARM SUPPLY 9550 Hwy 9, Ben Lomond 831.336.8876 www.mountainfeed.com Mountain Feed & Farm Supply has been serving the San Lorenzo Valley Community for over ten years. Our focus is small scale food production and preservation. We have everything you need from planting a seed to canning jam. With over two acres and six buildings, we stock everything from pet and livestock food, irrigation supplies and water tanks, to cheese- making kits and locally made jewelry. Homestead, Harvest, and Preserve!

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KING’S PAINT AND PAPER 1220-C 41st Avenue, Capitola 831.462.1824 5276-D Scotts Valley Drive, Scotts Valley 831.438.1772 Conveniently located between Alaska and Mexico, King’s Paint & Paper has been the leading independent retailer of decorating products in the area for 37 years. come visit us in our new Capitola location!

LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE JOSHUA ZELMAN STONE DESIGN, INC. 180 Little Creek Rd. Soquel 831.818.0111 www.zelmonstone.com zjosh1273@zelmonstone.com Since 1994 Joshua Zelmon Stone Design Inc. has been providing beautiful quality stone work at affordable pricing. Our company strives for the highest level of excellence, cleanliness, and precision working skills. We specialize in masonry hardscape, pavers, flagstone patios and walkways, natural stone veneers, and much more!

JAY WELTY LANDSCAPING 831.684.0433 Specializing in creative garden renovations: waterfalls, stone patios, lighting and irrigation, Jay Welty has been creating beautiful landscapes since 1978. See what you can design with Jay Welty! Call for a free consultation.

PEST CONTROL PIED PIPER 831.440.0912 www.thepiedpiper.com Family owned and operated since 1935, The Pied Piper Exterminators, Inc. has established itself as a leader in providing

exceptional pest control service throughout the Greater Bay Area. Our technicians are professionally trained and licensed to inspect, treat, and protect your property from pests. We offer safe and effective treatments and custom-designed service plans to suit your needs.

million to build the first phases of Dominican Hospital’s present facility, the Foundation continues to be led by community leaders who donate their time, expertise, and financial resources.

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APPI POOL AND SPA 1527 Commercial Way, Unit B, Santa Cruz 831.476-6363 www.appipool.com At APPI Pool & Spa, our success is driven by our passion. Passion derived from knowing that when a client signs on the proverbial dotted line with APPI, it’s not the completion of a transaction. It’s the beginning of a relationship based on that client putting their trust in us, whether it’s for a swimming pool purchase, swimming pool construction, swimming pool cleaning service, to buy a new spa, spa maintenance services, or countless other swimming pool and spa related products and services offered by APPI Pool & Spa.

APTOS FEED AND PET SUPPLY 7765 Soquel Drive, Aptos 831.685.3333 Aptos Feed is a locally owned store for all of your pet needs. Come check out our extensive selection of dog and cat food and accessories, bird supplies, and much more!

We welcome you and your pet to come in and check it out!

CORRALITOS FEED 831.722.7884 2895B Freedom Blvd.

831.728.2244 1486 Freedom Blvd. www.corralitosfeed.com At Corralitos Feed we specialize in pet and livestock nutrition. We offer a wide variety of natural foods and carry everything you need to keep your pets and livestock healthy and happy. Visit our two stores to check out our great selection of boots and western wear as well.

PHILANTHROPIC DOMINICAN HOSPITAL FOUNDATION 1555 Soquel Drive, Santa Cruz 831.462.7712 www.supportdominican.org The Dominican Hospital Foundation was established to cultivate philanthropic support to meet the changing healthcare needs of our community. Established in 1966 when a citizens’ committee raised $1

POOLS AND SPAS

REAL ESTATE JASON IWATSURU 7979 Soquel Drive, Aptos 831.212.5380 www.jasoniwatsuru.com Jason’s up to the minute market knowledge and prompt communication skills help his clients obtain the results they want.

That’s why Jason is all about quality and individualized service for his client from start to finish. If you are looking for an advocate for your real estate needs, you’d be well served to choose Jason Iwatsuru— dedicated, knowledgeable, hardworking, and passionate about Santa Cruz and the beautiful California coast.

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JIM FURLONG 1602 Ocean St. Santa Cruz 831.212.9648 www.jimfurlong.com Expect only my best in professional real estate marketing of your home. I am a top producing real estate expert with many industry awards, including the elite Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist and the Million Dollar Guild. Allow me to share my energy in making your home transaction an enjoyable experience.

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ROOFING

SKYLIGHTS

KNOX ROOFING 46 El Pueblo Road, Scotts Valley 831.461.0634 www.knoxroofing.com Keeping the roof over your head in top condition is key to protecting you and your family, plus it protects your home’s long term value. As residential and commercial roofing specialists, we can perform new installations, repairs and roof replacements to ensure that your roof performs like it should. Our dedication to customer satisfaction has been the key to our success serving the California Central Coast.

INTERLITE 420 Kennedy Dr. Ste. B, Capitola 831.462.1700 www.interliteskylight.com Interlite, Inc. builds custom skylights, ridgelites, octagons, and pyramids to your specifications and can supply Milgard, Mercer, and Marvin windows.

SANITATION SCC SANITATION 701 Ocean Street, Room 410 Santa Cruz, California 95060 831.454.2160 d p w. c o . s a n t a - c r u z . c a . u s / H o m e / Sanitation.aspx The Sanitation Division of Santa Cruz Public Works is responsible for the collection of wastewater (sewage) for several sanitation districts and county service areas located within Santa Cruz County, providing water

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SHOPPING CENTER APTOS VILLAGE SQUARE 7960 Soquel Dr., Drive, Aptos Conveniently located off Highway 1 and just outside Aptos Village, Aptos Village Square is host to a number of Aptos favorites, including restaurants, retail stores, and exercise studios.

We also provide standard and custom doors, including french doors and bi-sliding doors. Our sales staff is trained to assist in all related facets of project development.

SOLAR PRODUCTS SOLARTECTURE 855 Broadway Ave. Ste A, Seaside 831.646.5200 www.solartecture.net Four Seasons Solar Products was founded in 1975, and quickly became one of the largest manufacturers of year-round sunrooms and conservatories in the world. Our enclosures and skylights have withstood the test of time in hundreds of thousands of residential and commercial installations, globally. We are committed to delivering products of superior quality and value to our customers around the world including sunrooms, solar

energy systems, and remodels.

SUSTAINABLE DESIGN GREENSPACE 719 Swift Street 56A, Santa Cruz 831.423.7200 www.greenspacecompany.com We are the one-stop shop for sustainable interior design and finishes. Cabinetry, green paints and stains, sustainable bamboo, cork and hard- wood flooring; recycledcontent countertops and tile; organic latex mattresses; organic cotton towels and linens, and more!

WATER PROVIDER SOQUEL CREEK WATER DISTRICT 5180 Soquel Drive, Soquel 831.475.8500 www.soquelcreekwater.org The Soquel Creek Water District is a non-profit, local government agency that provides water resource management and a safe, reliable supply of water to mid-county residents and businesses.

WINDOW COVERINGS McCARTY’S WINDOW FASHIONS 1224 Soquel Ave Santa Cruz 831.466-9167 www.mccartyswindowfashions.com A local family owned and operated interior window coverings business since 1995.

Please stop into our beautifully updated showroom on Soquel Avenue. We have a vast array of products displayed, including many Hunter Douglas products. Our displays allow you to see, touch and operate many different window coverings styles, fabrics and lift systems so that you can make an informed decision for your home.

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