The longest journey may indeed begin with a single step, but the origin story of one of my formative gardening explorations ...

For xeriscape gardens that prioritize conserving water and improving soil health, this evergreen shrub with vibrant blooms is a great addition.

Get involved to help prevent the harmful impacts of invasive species that threaten our state’s natural resources, ecology and ...

In this month's newsletter, you'll learn about native plants that bring color to summer, get details on a film about native ...

As wildflowers go, the mountain jewelflower is demure, clever and quietly unbreakable. It has spread across many of California's iconic landscapes, from Sonoma wine country to the oak-dotted foothills ...

First it was the super bloom, now Californians are flocking to botanical gardens for some soul cleansing respite. Here are ...

Plumeria, pīkake, pua kenikeni.   These flowers—and their scents—conjure up memories of Hawai‘i, but none of them are ...

Arizona’s enchanting landscapes, where the rugged desert meets the majestic mountains, boast over 4,000 native plants, adding vibrancy and resilience to your outdoor oasis. As you embark on your ...

In California, besieged by the twin threats of drought and wildfire, the choice to grow native versus non-native plants is attracting more attention than ever before. What exactly are the merits of ...

Wildlife are drawn to the blooms and berries in Susan and Bill Teefy's native garden in Castro Valley. Elijah Nouvelage / EBMUD When Kathy Kramer first moved to the East Bay from Los Angeles, she ...

A goldfinch lands in Tim Vendlinski's backyard garden in Trestle Glen, Oakland, part of the 2026 Bringing Back the Natives Garden Tour. Credit: Tim Vendlinski As you walk down the path leading to Tim ...

Sacramento officials came to Southern California this week for the first public meeting since they issued new proposed rules on how people in fire-prone neighborhoods will be allowed to landscape ...