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      George Patton is a Bio-Organic gardener in the San Gabriel Valley.

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          [UPDATED] Jones at Vroman’s Will Close This Sunday

          January 20, 2022 by George Patton

          > This graphic means ColoradoBoulevard.net is first to report on it. PASADENA — ColoradoBoulevard.net: Jones Coffee Roasters, the beloved Café in...

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          How to Plant the Perfect Peach Tree in San Gabriel Valley

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          ORGANIC GARDENING After a flower has been ‘touched’ by a bee, the process of peach creation begins. When there are peaches so close that they are competing...

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          Benefits of Homeless Critters in the San Gabriel Valley

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          Jersey, the Compost Dog in Altadena

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          This is a story of Jersey the Compost Dog that lives in Altadena. By George Patton Jersey chases squirrels…like other dogs; Jersey fetches balls...

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          How to Plant Pomegranates, the “Forbidden Fruit”

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          This unusual fruit is believed by many to be the forbidden apple of the Garden of Eden, and late winter is the time to plant it. By George Patton The...

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          Tom Coston and Patty Hurley, the organizers of the Pasadena Chalk Festival, gave an inspiring overview of the unique event at the Pasadena Museum of History...

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          You Choose What Goes Into Your Body

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          So you want to go back to basics by planting some native plants in your garden and save on the water bill? Here are 10 tips to help you reach the right decision...

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          The Lonely White Jacaranda Tree on Del Mar

          May 25, 2017 by George Patton

          While enjoying the beautiful sight of the blooming purple Jacaranda trees on Del Mar, you might notice a white colored Jacaranda tree that usually blooms a...

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          Chucho and The Beauty of Compost at the Pasadena Japanese Garden

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          There is a secret within the Storrier-Stearns Japanese Garden. The birds, trees and fish will never tell…but they know what they’ve always known…. By...

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          NATURE SPEAKS: Mind Sharpening!

          March 12, 2017 by George Patton

          If your life is full of stress, give nature a chance and try to seek these simple, yet effective, natural steps for a manageable, hectic life. By George Patton...

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          A Winter Solstice Celebration with music (mostly original) will take place at Throop Hall Saturday, Dec. 17 at 7:00 pm.George PattonDate/Time7:00...

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          What does grow around creeks and is a “Powerhouse” vegetable? The answer may surprise you. By George Patton Some fruits and vegetables are dubbed...

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          Parkland Poker!

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          GUEST EDITORIAL The sanctuary of green space sitting next to the Jackie Robinson Memorial has been declared surplus, so that it can be turned over to a...

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          Who’s Messing With Our Park?

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          EDITORIAL A beautiful park across from Pasadena’s stunning City Hall is about to be destroyed forever. By George Patton A 180-plus room hotel is to be built...

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          Green Your House with 5 Green Cleaning Tips

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          Most conventional cleaning products are petroleum-based and have health and environmental implications. Here are five green tips that work as well as...

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