Most people picture xeriscaping as a gravel pit with one sad cactus gasping in the sun. That image has scared off more ...

Is the drought over? Not by a long shot. My well is at the same level as it was this time last year, so I will continue to conserve water. How do I do that? By growing drought-tolerant, native, ...

A drought tolerant garden with some silver foliage plants - David Madison/Getty Images If you garden anywhere along the West Coast, you're undoubtedly aware that summers can get quite hot and tending ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Delaware is experiencing a drought, with the entire state classified in severe drought conditions, according to the U.S. Drought ...

From saving water to supporting pollinators, native plants offer practical benefits for Yakima Valley gardeners ready to ...

If you are living in an area where wildfires are a threat, you may want to seriously consider planting Lomandra hystrix Tropicbelle, commonly known as mat rush, around your home. This Australian ...

Water-hungry lawns are symbols of Los Angeles’ past. In this series, we spotlight yards with alternative, low-water landscaping built for the future. Looking out the front windows of their Northeast L ...

Some flowering plants just won’t quit! Discover gorgeous annuals, perennials, and vines to plant in spring for radiant blooms ...

Yakima Valley plant sales are getting underway, offering gardeners a chance to find native and drought-tolerant plants suited to Central Washington’s climate. Local nurseries and groups are featuring ...

Welcome to the December issue of the L.A. Times Plants newsletter. Yes, I know it’s the holidays. However, we have plenty to keep plant people busy this month. First, let me share what I learned from ...