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June 21, 2025
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WaterSmart Makeover: Lush Island Vibe, Low-Water Living in Santee

A lush tropical oasis in the heart of Santee proves that a beautiful garden doesn’t have to be thirsty. This feature explores how thoughtful plant choices, drip irrigation, and water-wise landscaping can create a vibrant landscape that supports both people and local wildlife.
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Latest Stories
Up Close and Personal with a Dragonfly: Photos of the Day
October 5, 2023
A dragonfly takes center stage in these close-up photos captured at a Santee pond. Patch featured Jason McAllister’s images, offering an intimate look at the colorful insect and the natural life found around the garden’s water feature.
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Bees at the Water Hole: Photo of the Day
October 3, 2023
A close-up look at bees gathering at a pond in Santee. Patch featured Jason McAllister’s photo of bees visiting the waterfall of a backyard pond, capturing a simple moment of wildlife enjoying the garden’s water feature.
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Orange Giant Sulphur in Santee: Photo of the Day
September 26, 2023
An orange giant sulphur butterfly adds a bright splash of color to Conejo Gardens. Patch featured Jason McAllister’s photo of the butterfly captured in his Santee backyard, offering a beautiful glimpse of the wildlife that visits the garden.
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Butterfly Explores Garden: Photos of the Day
August 24, 2023
A western tiger swallowtail butterfly explores Conejo Gardens in a series of photographs featured by Patch. Captured by Jason McAllister in his Santee garden, the images offer a close look at one of the many beautiful visitors that make Conejo Gardens their home.
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