Getting your garden ready for winter can feel overwhelming, especially when it comes to pruning. If you’re unsure about the best time or technique, you’re not alone. Good pruning before the cold sets ...

The University of California Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources (UCANR), has an online plant identification tool that covers many plants found in California (native and non-native). If ...

Looking to spice up your small space? Choose these bay leaf varieties that thrive in pots and gardens — proof that even your herbs can be overachievers.

The money tree (Crassula ovata) is considered easy to care for, robust–and a good luck charm. However, over the years, the ...

Ever looked out at your garden in winter and wondered if you should bother with pruning? It can feel odd to fuss over plants that seem lifeless, but this is actually a smart season for some hands-on ...

In the case of Crestview, the thefts were believed to be motivated by the harvesting of the piña — the plant’s hearty, ...

If you grow roses, you've likely heard about blackspot, that pesky fungal troublemaker that loves to spoil even the most ...

Correcting soil pH and choosing the right placement for each plant are just a few of the simple steps that can help bring a ...

Snow may look harmless, but for certain plants it can cause lasting harm. Understanding which ones need help can make winter ...

A good time to pinch or prune your plant to shape it and encourage branching is in early spring, when new growth is starting. During the growing season, from April through September, fertilize your ...

Cooler winter temperatures provide a good opportunity for yard work and lawn care. December is an ideal time to plant a variety of flowers, herbs, and vegetables in Florida. Homeowners can overseed ...

It's vital to be meticulous in gathering fallen leaves and old debris; don't chuck them into your compost heap, as that just ...