So here's the truth about California native plant landscapes: Without careful planning, they can get a little drab, especially in the summer when many go dormant, brittle and brown. In climates where ...

Question: I’ve always grown tulips, freesia, and daffodils. Are there bulbs native to California I can also grow in my yard? What are some benefits and tips for growing them? Answer: Native bulbs are ...

Water-hungry lawns are symbols of Los Angeles’ past. In this series, we spotlight yards with alternative, low-water landscaping built for the future. When Aurora Anaya bought her little Art Deco house ...

Fruits and vegetables need plenty of nutrients and water to thrive in a garden. California native plants prefer unamended soils and need little water once they’re established. Separation is the key to ...

Palms and apartments against a blue sky in southern California. - Brandon Rosenblum/Getty Images California has a reputation as the land of endless sunshine and palm trees, but anyone who has lived ...

The North Coast Chapter of the California Native Plant Society will present its annual “Wildflower Show” at the Jefferson Community Center, 1000 B St., Eureka. The event is scheduled for Friday, May 2 ...

The summer of 2024 was California’s hottest on record. Did you struggle to keep your plants adequately watered? Did your water bills skyrocket? Did some plants die even with increased irrigation? Are ...

Healthy forests help combat climate change, provide humans with drinking water and even improve mental and physical health.

The Riverside-San Bernardino Chapter of the California Native Plant Society will offer a tour of eight gardens full of California native plants in spring bloom on March 29. The Spring Native Garden ...

Lend a hand: Daily Acts needs volunteers to help with ongoing care for local demonstration gardens. Volunteers meet the first ...

Over winter, you can become a hummingbird's safe space by planting these winter blooms. These great cold weather nectar ...