Village tries to fine Long Island woman who replaced lawn with native plants
A woman who replaced her front lawn with native plants was issued a fine because officials said it was too ugly and violated a village code.
Thinking about landscaping in a fire-prone area? Here are key factors to consider
Certain plants will not only resist bursting into flames, but could also act as a defensive wall, keeping embers away from structures.
Cuyahoga Soil & Water Conservation District selling native plant kits, offering master rain gardener course
Calling all gardeners, the Cuyahoga Soil & Water Conservation District (SWCD) has announced that they are selling native plant kits and offering a master rain gardener course.
Scientists discover avocados need native plants nearby to survive
Avocado may be permanently off the menu if native vegetation doesn’t survive alongside crops, warns a new study.
EMBERS OF CHANGE: BUILDING A FIRE-RESILIENT CALIFORNIA
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Expert issues warning about overlooked factor that can increase wildfire threat: ‘This might come as a shock, but I actually agree with him’
Many of these invasives have escaped from someone’s garden, which is why it’s dangerous to plant them in your yard — even if it’s in a “contained” environment.
These CA plants are harmful to humans and pets, expert says. What to look out for
Before you hit the trails or relax in your garden, it’s important to know which plants could be harmful to you or your pets.
Why California native bees are struggling to keep up with honey bees
The next time you come across a big bumble bee you might want to give them space to do their pollinating thing.
Native plants for shade | The Real Dirt
One of the challenges of gardening in shade, though, is adding interest through color, because it can be difficult to find plants that bloom in shade. Incorporating native plants in your garden can greatly increase the choices available to you.
Farmworkers Heal Climate-Scarred Land With Native Seeds
At California’s Hedgerow Farms, specialists produce seeds to revegetate burned areas, reestablish wetlands, and transform drought-prone farmland.