Environmental News

A curated set of environmental news stories brought to you by the Gottlieb Native Garden team.

Volunteers unite to protect Sonoma Coast from invasive species

A group of volunteers from the California Native Plant Society gathers weekly to remove invasive species like ice plant at Doran Regional Park, promoting the growth of native plants.

Get L.A.’s Secret Weapon Against Wildfires At This New Native Plant Nursery In Montecito Heights

Named after the California black walnut, a symbol for Indigenous resilience, Los Nogales Nursery offers more than 30 species of native plants.

Keystone Plants with Golden State Naturalist’s Michelle Fullner and Native Plant Sale September 2

The local Redbud Chapter of the California Native Plant Society is honored to host Michelle Fullner of the Golden State Naturalist podcast to speak about Keystone plants and how they benefit the ecosystem on September 20 at the Regional Park Lakeside Room in Auburn.

Research project shows how aquaculture, agriculture, and restoration can work together

UC Santa Cruz, Pie Ranch, and the Amah Mutsun Land Trust are collaborating to show how leftover water from aquaculture can be used to grow plants sustainably, including native varieties used for restoration efforts.

For farms struggling with commercial bee loss, California native plants and bees could be key

California is home to 1,600 species of native bees — nearly 10% of the world’s bee species. These pollinators evolved alongside local ecosystems, crops and climates — and are responsible for pollinating the vast majority of flowering plants.

Annuals are the forgotten native plants. Here are 7 worth adding to the garden

We know that using native plants of all types can help prevent a plethora of environmental problems. They’re also easier to care for because they’re naturally adapted to local conditions and are generally drought-tolerant.

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.