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Gardening Tips & Home Improvement Articles - Anawalt Lumber Blog LA’s lumber & hardware choice since 1923. Home Building Materials Tools Hardware Home & Garden Locations Contact Us From Soil to Salad: How to Grow Radishes in Your Garden May 13th, 2024 Radishes are one of the fastest-growing vegetables and easiest to grow at home. Home-grown radishes have more kick, which makes them stand out in salads and slaws, tacos, relishes, and even sandwiches. That’s because they’re harvested at peak freshness and consumed almost immediately before their sharpness fades on the shelf. View Full Post 15 Easy Home Repairs You Can Do DIY May 6th, 2024 Many smaller jobs can be done DIY for a fraction of the cost. You’ll need the right tools, a bit of know-how and effort, and the ability to recognize when you’re in over your head (at which point you should call the pros). Here, we’ve listed easy home repairs that don’t require a professional license or expertise. These aren’t the... View Full Post Tips for Growing Parsley Indoors or Out May 1st, 2024 Every self-respecting Mediterranean salad includes parsley, and the plant’s exotic leaves make it a garnish par excellence. Parsley is remarkably easy to grow indoors or out. Once you’ve experienced crisp, fresh parsley from the garden, you’ll never be satisfied with the limp product sold in stores. View Full Post The Essential Tool Kit for Home Repairs April 29th, 2024 Maybe you have a door that sticks, a leaky faucet, or a loose cabinet handle. Who are you going to call? As a homeowner, you’ll need tools for simple DIY repairs — unless you enjoy shelling out for every little thing that goes wrong and missing half a day of work waiting for help to arrive. View Full Post Straight from the Patch: How to Grow Cabbage in Southern California April 25th, 2024 Imagine an authentic German meal without cabbage. For hearty soups, slaws, and fermented dishes, cabbage is king in northern Europe. This nutritious and filling vegetable originated in Europe and the Mediterranean, with evidence of early cultivation dating back over 4,000 years. View Full Post From Plot to Plate: How to Grow Kale in Your Garden April 23rd, 2024 Kale is a superfood” packed with vitamins, nutrients, antioxidants, and phytonutrients. But, as with all vegetables, its nutrient profile depreciates once it’s picked. Chlorophyll degradation occurs shortly after harvest, leading to changes in color and a decline in nutritional quality. Vitamin C levels drop, with a 50% loss in just one week. Storage at room temperature can contribute to significant... View Full Post From Seed to Slice: How to Grow Watermelons in Southern California April 22nd, 2024 Watermelon traces back over 4,000 years to West Africa, where it was first cultivated. Ancient Egyptians viewed watermelon as a symbol of regeneration and rebirth, often placing the seeds in the tombs of kings. The watermelon spread globally through trade and exploration, reaching Europe and the Americas. View Full Post Sweet Success: How to Grow Strawberry Plants in Southern California April 19th, 2024 What’s the best-selling jam in America? Strawberry, of course. Strawberries are America’s sweetheart. Nothing compares to the luscious flavor of a sun-ripened strawberry straight from the garden. And if you live in Southern California, you’re in a prime region for strawberry cultivation. The climate and soil conditions are ideal for growing the delectable berries. View Full Post 10 Must-Have Power Tools for Your DIY Projects April 16th, 2024 Do you plan to build a deck or spruce up a newly purchased home? Chances are, you’re already equipped with a truckload of tools for your DIY projects. But if you’re new to the DIY game or short a tool here and there, we’ve compiled a list of essential power tools for everything from home renovations to crafting bespoke furniture. View Full Post Philodendron Selloum Care: Keeping Your Plant Healthy & Happy April 15th, 2024 Philodendron Selloum is native to the rainforests of South America, where it thrives in the filtered light under a canopy of large trees. This natural habitat explains why it fares well in the indirect light conditions of homes and offices and does best in warm, humid environments that support its lush foliage. View Full Post Fiery Flavors from the Caribbean: Growing Hot Peppers April 9th, 2024 Looking to spice up your life? We’re not talking about lingerie, but peppers. Chile peppers, to be exact, some of which are hot enough to strip the bark off your tongue. But oh-so-tasty! In this blog, we’ll cover some of the less-appreciated Caribbean varieties that work so wonderfully in sauces. View Full Post The Remarkable Phillips Head Screw: There’s More Than Meets the Eye April 8th, 2024 It seems so obvious: a more efficient screw that handles higher torque, reduces slippage, and speeds the manufacturing process. Yet the Phillips screw wasn’t invented until the early 1930s and patented by John P. Thompson of Portland, Oregon, in 1932. The commercial telephone had already been in service for over half a century! What do you want to bet that... View Full Post Mastering Indoor Palm Tree Care for a Greener Space April 3rd, 2024 Indoor palm trees are prized for their ability to purify the air, boost mood, and elevate decor. These tropical beauties also act as natural humidifiers, making them perfect props for dry California environments. They’re low maintenance compared to most other houseplants, needing only moderate sunlight, consistent watering, and occasional fertilization. View Full Post Mandevilla Care: Spectacular Blooms for Your Garden April 1st, 2024 Mandevilla is a flowering vine native to Central and South America. Its dazzling, trumpet-shaped flowers and glossy green foliage make it a favorite for gardens, landscapes, and containers. The plant flourishes in Southern California’s Mediterranean climate, showing vibrant blooms from spring to fall. View Full Post Chinese Evergreen Care for Indoor Gardeners March 29th, 2024 Chinese Evergreens, or Aglaonemas, are superb interior plants that tolerate neglect and poor conditions. A well-tended Chinese Evergreen will reward you with beautiful foliage, occasional flowers, a calming presence, and cleaner air. View Full Post How to Grow Asparagus Plants in Your Garden March 22nd, 2024 Asparagus originated in Mesopotamia and the East Mediterranean area. Cultivation traces back thousands of years and found its way to California in the late 19th century. The first commercial crop was grown on Bouldin Island in 1892. Asparagus officinalis does well in Southern California’s Mediterranean climate — a boon to local gardeners who value its succulent, flavorful spears. View Full Post How to Get Rid of Chinch Bugs: Treatment & Prevention March 20th, 2024 Cinch bugs are a nuisance for California lawns, particularly those with St. Augustine grass. These pernicious pests feed on grass by sucking sap from the nodes and crown, causing yellowish to brownish patches on lawns. They can ruin a lawn in short order if left unchecked. Their small size belies their destructive power, making them a concern for California homeowners... View Full Post Tips for Growing Tomatoes: Maximize Your Harvest March 4th, 2024 Tomatoes are the most popular vegetable for home gardening. They’re relatively easy to grow, remain productive all summer, and can be grown in containers, raised beds, and on ridges. There’s nothing like the sweet, rich flavor of a freshly picked tomato from your garden. No grocery store tomato compares. View Full Post 1 2 3 … 6 Next » Customer Service Anawalt Rewards Contact Us Privacy Policy Credit Application Follow Us On Social Media West Los Angeles Location 11060 W. Pico Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90064 Phone (310) 478-0324 Mon-Fri 6:30 AM – 6:00 PM Sat 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM Sun 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM Malibu Location 3730 Cross Creek Rd. Malibu, CA 90265 Phone: (310) 456-2772 Mon-Fri 6:30 AM – 5:00 PM Sat 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Sun 10:00 AM – 5:00...