Soils are currently very dry, as is observed if doing any planting. Amazingly, the soil is powdery dry right under the ...

A California native perennial herb that grows primarily in the Central Coast region. A member of the Aster plant family ...

I can’t deny that one of my most pleasurable experiences is discovering a plant in my neighborhood ... Rather than the more common orange color, the perennial California poppy is predominantly ...

We have received just over 2 inches of rain since Aug. 1. In fact, I looked back in my weather records, and the last time I ...

When and how to harvest lavender varies depending on how you want to use this popular perennial ... plant after cutting. Gather a clean pair of shears or scissors and a basket or container to hold the ...

If cinema is like dreaming with our eyes open, then horror movies could rightly be viewed as waking nightmares: an ...

Howdy folks, and welcome to another tantalizing episode of The Garden Guy, where I attempt to entice you into a deeper ...

The Venus flytrap ( Dionaea muscipula) is an iconic carnivorous plant that traps insects using its specialized leaves. With their fascinating biology and whimsical appearance, Venus flytraps have ...

Combining perennials that bloom during each season ensures your garden or landscaping will be constantly flowering ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." As summer winds down, the flowers in your garden might be looking a little tired and faded.