The Ojai Garden

Posted by Howard Smith at 10:23 AM | Permalink | Comments (2) | author bio

We are fortunate to have Susan McRae of California Lavender joining The Ojai Garden as an author. We get to enjoy her unique and fun perspective on gardening, herbs, cooking and more. Keep an eye out for Susan and give her a warm welcome upon her arrival.

Posted by Tyler Suchman at 11:40 AM | Permalink | Comments (0) | author bio

I am pleased to announce that OjaiGarden.com is a top-level sponsor of the Ojai Valley Chamber of Commerce Garden Tour 2006, a self-guided driving tour of five gardens around the Ojai Valley, taking place May 6. Check out the Chamber's site for info and tickets. I've also put together a little logo for the advertisements and press releases we will be a part of.

Thanks much for your support of this site, our authors, and our beautifully unique Ojai destinations. Spread the word!

Posted by Tyler Suchman at 02:04 PM | Permalink | Comments (2) | author bio

One of the reasons I grow food is insure the quality and peace of mind knowing it is organic.
When I buy organic products it is important for me to know who I am supporting.
I found this "family tree" which explains who the corporations are that currently own the most popular organic food brands. Here is the link: Corporate Ownership Diagram

Posted by Raymond Powers at 12:21 AM | Permalink | Comments (12) | author bio

Slate Magazine points out in a recent article on Whole Foods that "Let's say you live in New York City and want to buy a pound of tomatoes in season. Say you can choose between conventionally grown New Jersey tomatoes or organic ones grown in Chile. Of course, the New Jersey tomatoes will be cheaper. They will also almost certainly be fresher, having traveled a fraction of the distance. But which is the more eco-conscious choice? In terms of energy savings, there's no contest: Just think of the fossil fuels expended getting those organic tomatoes from Chile. Which brings us to the question: [given the variables of] freshness, price, and energy conservation, should a New Yorker just instinctively choose organic, even if the produce comes from Chile?"

So pretend you live in the Big Apple. What would your choice be?

Posted by Raymond Powers at 11:12 AM | Permalink | Comments (11) | author bio

The Ojai Garden's name is derived from not only the numerous private gardens found throughout Ojai but also a metaphor of the greater Ojai Valley as a garden to explore, cultivate and learn from. Many gardens throughout the valley blend almost seamlessly into orchards and meadows, and beyond into the millions of acres of national forest bordering Ojai.

Ojai is also home to many businesses and other destinations that maintain stunning gardens that heighten the Ojai experience. From hotels such as the venerable yet newly-remodeled Ojai Valley Inn & Spa and The Lavender Inn, a downtown Ojai bed and breakfast, to healing centers such as the Krotona School of Theosophy and Meditation Mount, Ojai offers endless local outdoor adventures.

This site is a community blog, featuring authors who maintain home gardens to adventurous hikers seeking out flora and fauna to local businesses that take pride in contributing to the beauty of the town. Enjoy your visit and check back in. If you use an RSS reader [?], please add our feed.

Posted by Tyler Suchman at 10:36 PM | Permalink | author bio