New gardeners will quickly determine that Marin lies within the familiar USDA Plant Hardiness Zones 9b/10a. This is helpful, ...

Depending on your specific needs, it's possible to create an engaging, manageable, and successful garden experience for ...

Camellias often drop buds in January due to dramatic drops in temperature and harsh winds. You can help prevent bud drop by protecting the shrubs, watering correctly, and fertilizing properly.

Growing Works in Camarillo cultivates plants for public gardens, nurseries, and landscapers using the labor of people with ...

Pears and apples should be 4- to 5 feet tall, and they should be pruned to 30 inches. Again, select main scaffold branches ...

Along with all the seeds you can sow in January, there are lots of jobs to do in your garden during the winter months. With a ...

The pursuit of a zero-waste vegan life isn't about flawless execution; it's about making thoughtful choices that align with ...

Garden and food author Willi Galloway's new book shares how to easily jump-start the day by adding vegetables to breakfast. Plus, a recipe for a sweet potato yogurt.

Can you grow vegetables indoors? Sprawling pumpkin vines and trailing cucumber plants may be too large for indoor growing, ...

Eggplants are often overlooked as a garden addition, but if you choose the correct variety, they're easy to grow just about ...

Dreaming of a fresh new backyard? January is the perfect time to get started. Here are some tips from two local garden ...