After living here for a couple years now, I’ve been wondering what makes San Diego so special aside from the obvious things people flock here for. So, after putting some thought to it, here are things that make San Diego stand out. San Diego, California’s original city, is known for its extensive oceanography & marine…
When I first moved here a couple years ago, the roads seemed fairly busy, which I expected since San Diego is a populous city. But the drivers and their habits were what I found completely shocking. San Diego driving is full of aggression, very high speeds, running red lights, and an overall complacency about road…
There are hundreds of things to do and see in Balboa Park, an oasis of botanical delights, culture, architecture, museums, and of course, the world-famous San Diego Zoo. With 1200 acres, you’ll need more than a day to explore & enjoy! Exciting things to do at Balboa Park include: 17 museums including Fleet Science Center,…
Fortunately, there are many choices for homeowners who are looking for drought tolerant lawn alternatives. After ditching the grass, some popular replacement options include: A vegetable garden Wild grasses such as blue fescue An easy wildflower garden White clover which has the green soft feel of grass Hardscape elements such as patio or decking Hardy…
San Diego’s drought tolerant plants list is an impressive array of trees, bushes, flowers, groundcovers and more. If you own a home and want water-wise planting ideas, you won’t be disappointed! Here are a few winners on our list: Jacaranda tree Crepe myrtle tree Bottle brush tree Mexican bush sage Bush mallow California lilac Scarlet…
San Diego-style IPA is the darling of West Coast India Pale Ales. With high-as-a-kite hop content and a bitter assault to the tongue, there will be no doubt your piney/citrus concoction is anything but San Diego grown. What is India Pale Ale? India Pale Ale is a beer with higher alcohol content and a heightened…
San Diego beaches are some of the most beautiful in Southern California.The 70 miles of stunning coastline offers beaches for every interest. Fun family beaches. Beaches with firepits. Surfing beaches for every level. Walking beaches that go on for miles. Romantic beaches for couples, with extraordinary views. Dog beaches for on and off-leash fun with…
A wholesale nursery grows and sells plants, flowers, trees and shrubs to retail nurseries, private landscape companies, and larger commercial landscapers to sell to their customers. San Diego’s wholesale nurseries are growers who cultivate their plants on site or nearby growing fields that they own. This way, they’re in control of the health and quality…
One of the best things about fall in San Diego (besides getting back to normal post-tourist season!) is that the entire month of October is kids FREE month at over 100 places!! That means you can get out and enjoy some really fun activities you wouldn’t normally splurge on. It started around 30 years ago…
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