Spring, Seeds, Sprout ~

If you are a "start from scratch" type of gardener, you should definitely check out Civano Nursery's Seed Shack. Lots of choices and the experts there are happy to guide you.
www.civanonursery.net

Royal bird residence ~

Treat your yard's birds royally ~ let them nest in a proper castle! Or this could be used as a bird feeder if you placed food on the platform. http://www.civanonursery.net

Celebrating 12th member of "Team Tucson" ~

For those of you who check the site regularly, you know that once in a while I shine a spotlight on an individual who is part of TEAM TUCSON ~ someone who simply makes living in Tucson great by what they do and how they contribute to the community.

Today let me introduce you to Eric, gardening guru extraordinaire. Eric works at the terrific Civano Nursery and has been there since its inception 13 years ago. Eric and his colleagues can advise you about your garden issues and guide you in your selections. They can also design a custom garden for you and take care of the professional installation. And even if you are not a gardener, there are many reasons to visit the nursery - gorgeous pots and many potted plants that will enhance your indoor space as well as wind chimes and other nice gift items.
http://www.civanonursery.net

You're never too young to be kind ~

Tucson's wonderful Elizabeth Borton Magnet Elementary School (consistently recognized for its excellence) combines fantastic art projects and outdoor gardening with classroom learning. This "Kindness Mural" was a student project. It says, "Take care of your garden and keep out the weeds. Fill it with sunshine, kind words, and kind deeds."

If you'd like to learn more about the creation of this beautiful mural and see a larger photo of it, click here.

Tucson ~ a bird's eye view

Tucson's iconic courthouse dome is one of the architectural beauties of downtown and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The Pima County Courthouse was designed by Roy Place and built in 1929. It still serves for lower level criminal cases.

Downtown walking tours all include this beautiful building with its graceful arches and distinctive dome.

Black Sonora ~

Everyone knows the giant red "Sonora" sculpture in front of the main library downtown. But here's a very different view of it at night. The library illuminating it from behind makes it look like a huge black spider.

Ancient American Indian Wisdom ~

Sitting at a red light it took me a moment to "get" this message. It's good advice: In order to succeed, "You've Got to Want To..."