Fall Color and Texture in the California Garden
Our brief rainstorm last week was a welcome reminder that fall is almost here. In Southern California's Mediterranean climate, fall is sometimes called...
Rain Gardens
Why plant a rain garden? You might assume that something with the words rain and garden next to each other does not immediately...
Garden-Friendly California Natives
Thinking about integrating natives in to your garden? Go for it! Some of the benefits include: saving water, lowering maintenance, reducing pesticides and...
The Meadow’s Story
It seemed like a hopeful way to start the new year: Two years ago, my family and I planted a meadow in our...
Featured Plant: Muhlenbergia
It’s almost fall -- the season when many ornamental grasses bloom, adding soft texture, movement and distinctive color to the garden. Muhlenbergia species...