NATIVE TO SUBTROPICAL and tropical regions, citrus is a decidedly lesser-known character in the Pacific Northwest pantheon of ...

When I first planted my backyard, my husband called my garden Death Row. I wanted to grow flowers and vegetables as my grandmothers had done and trees as my mother had done, but my efforts fell under ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Urban balconies aren't just spaces for gas grills and patio furniture. They make beautiful gardens — that is, if you're open to using potted ...

Fruits and vegetables are among the neediest of flora because they require lots of nutrients and water to produce the delicious, healthful foods we love to eat. Given that many gardeners are working ...

Everyone wants a lush garden, but not everyone wants to wait for their plants to reach full maturity. One great solution is fast-growing native plants, which can grow several feet tall in just a year, ...

Events include a speaker series, native plant shopping day, and garden tours. The festival aims to educate residents about the importance of native plants in the local ecosystem. Residents can learn ...

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 ...

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