Over the Garden Fence – Principles of Waterwise Landscaping
We are once again living through a drought year in the Sierra Nevada foothills. As such, it is a good idea to revisit and remind ourselves of the techniques of waterwise landscaping that is otherwise known as drought-tolerant landscaping or xeriscaping.
What’s the role of tech in environmental change? Tell us this month
For Tech and the Environment Month 2021, look out for stories about how technologists are building products that are addressing climate change, and where companies can grow with sustainability in mind.
Tom Karwin, On Gardening | Poaching succulents
The great majority of these succulent plants have been artificially propagated in plant nurseries that might be located within the plants’ natural habitats, or in other parts of the world. In either case, the global trade is legitimate.
California developers want to build a city in the wildlands. It could all go up in flames
Tejon Ranch Company says its plan to build 20,000 homes would help the housing crisis. Experts warn it could put people in danger
Help protect pollinators during National Pollinator Week
National Pollinator Week, running from June 21 to 27, is celebrated around the globe in recognition of the important role pollinators play in the natural ecosystem and agriculture.
California deserts have lost nearly 40% of plants to hotter, drier weather, satellite data shows
Desert plants — famous for tolerance of torrid landscapes— are dying at an alarming rate due to the twin threats of even hotter temperatures and less rain, according to new research published this week.
What Makes a Plant Native?
Plant seeds, borne on winds, jet streams across oceans, and by birds and insects, have been strewn all over the planet.
Environmental wins and two that need protection: Bristol Bay, Skagit River headwaters
Two still-possible projects need further federal action to end their potential for harm to salmon, orcas and other wildlife.
The truth about processed foods’ environmental impact
Processed food conjures up images of giant, resource-guzzling factories – hardly good for the planet. But could processing actually help reduce food’s carbon footprint?
‘Gamechanging’ £10m environmental DNA project to map life in world’s rivers
eBioAtlas programme aims to identify fish, birds, amphibians and land animals in freshwater systems from the Ganges to the Mekong