Jose German-Gomez

Montclair has a gardening tradition dating to the early days of its incorporation in 1868.

If you are one those people who say, “Every plant I touch dies,” stop blaming yourself!

Gardening has become more important than ever. Few activities have been better for managing the stress and depression caused by this crisis. 

When this crisis is over, let’s cherish the beauty of “normal," Jose German says.

Leave the leaves, and reflect on your garden, and plans, as the fall season goes into winter, writes Jose German in "Gardening for Life."

Though COVID-19 transformed the world and our lives, it has also brought new appreciation of the value of nature, writes Jose German.

Montclairians have been receiving supicious seeds in boxes marked jewelry, from China.

During high summer, grab a book and enjoy the garden's shade, color, birds and insects. Gardening is calming, writes Jose German.

Making a a “Homegrown National Park” can create space for nature far greater than the total area of all our national parks, writes Jose German.

Gardens can help with the traumatic stress of the pandemic. Plant vegetable and flower gardens for a beautiful spring, writes Jose German.