Creating a low-maintenance garden doesn’t mean sacrificing beauty. These plants thrive in dry conditions and add life to any ...

Keystone plants and trees like the Coast Live Oak and California lilac are key players in the health of your garden.

Lush, green plants have the power to transform a space, imparting character, warmth and charm. And there is no space I can think of that could benefit more from a little character, warmth and charm ...

By Sarina Rattler For the Salisbury Post As winter lingers, you may find yourself looking ahead to spring or summer. I certainly am. Dreaming of a beach vacation makes the winter doldrums pass by just ...

It's not just humans who can feel the impact of our country's harsh summer heat—our plants, too, can endure hardships if not ...

While February is a great month for pruning, that will also be affected by weather. The weather can dictate when plants begin breaking dormancy. Too many days with 50- to 60-degree temperatures can ...

Two portions of the forest will remain closed for safety concerns and so the landscape can recover after the recent wildfires ...

A few plants get ginormous, eventually becoming gangly and unattractive once mature. And many plants are prone to pest issues ...

Home-grown strawberries taste better than anything from the supermarket. Discover our best varieties and how to grow them ...

A 2- to 3-inch layer of mulch, such as undyed wood chips, shredded bark or dried-out (never fresh) grass clippings over the ...

A. Winter protection means forcing your sedum or succulent plant into dormancy by withholding water. Stop watering in ...