Inspiring trip to Rancho Reubidoux

It's autumn, which means time for major clean up at Casa Grande. The recent wind and rain has left the place pretty ragged. But the big Chinese elm in the backyard is going to be trimmed next week, so no point in doing any vacuuming of the pea stone yet.

In the meantime, EZ Go Marge, Bug Blog sister and I trekked to Rancho Reubidoux for their Garden Bazaar on Saturday. FUN! I loved the way the garden is laid out with a nice seating area defined by wooden decking level with the pea gravel. (I love pea gravel!)

This pitchfork was turned into a planter.

I purchased an old colander ($10!) with a nice grey/green patina and used the pitchfork idea to make a planter.

Thanks to the friendly owners of Ranch Reubidoux for an inspiring day. Can't wait for their next sale.