Every yard needs a tree. All the better if it’s a native species of tree, one that will support native bees, butterflies and other wildlife. “Fall is a great time for tree planting,” said Spencer ...

Having a black cherry tree in your yard may sound nice, but there are some major cons you'll need to consider that could ...

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The deployment of native perennial groundcover across utility assets –– from solar sites to transmission rights-of-way (ROWs) ...

When it comes to choosing plants with the most long-term benefit to the birds in your backyard, you can’t go wrong with native trees. Trees offer a whole buffet of food options in the form of seeds, ...

To properly water a tree in its first year, turn a hose on trickle and lay the end on top of the ground within 6 inches of ...

The UC Master Gardeners of Butte County are part of the University of California Cooperative Extension system, serving our ...

A patch of common foxglove bloom in a garden. - Photos From Japan, Asia And Othe Of The World/Getty Images With its tall spikes of purple, pink, or white bell-shaped flowers, common foxglove ...

• Native trees should grow easily in Southern California, so why are so few of our street trees California natives? • The highest priority is bringing more resilient shade trees to our urban areas, ...

You can plant dormant trees and shrubs and sow native plant seeds in January to get a head start on your garden. Discover three fruit-producing plants and six native plants to add to your garden this ...

At a time when Kenya, like many other parts of the globe, is grappling with climate change and its effects, calls to plant trees in large numbers have been rampant. However, experts have called for a ...