Journal
Notes from the backyard: what's worked, what hasn't, and answers to the questions I get asked most.
Why baobabs rot, and how to prevent it
Rot is the most common way baobabs die. Let’s explore what causes it, how to spot it early, and how to save a tree that has already started to rot.
September 30, 2026Recommended reading: BAOBAB by Beth Moon
Beth Moon's photography book BAOBAB — portraits of the world's largest baobabs and the story of her search for the most elusive ones.
September 28, 2026Learning more about the ‘tree of life,’ the baobab ↗
Orange County Register · October 26, 2024