Most Americans grew up with the expectation that their yard should look like a manicured golf course at all times.

"Great idea! Need to try this." Gardener shares ancient method to build low-maintenance garden beds from scratch: 'Love the ...

Chamomile is trending as a lawn alternative over grass and clover, with homeowners opting for the fragrant daisy-like flowers ...

Weed warriors have unleashed a new weapon in the battle against buffelgrass on “A” Mountain: a herd of hungry sheep. Under a ...

Land is scarce in the Bay Area, which makes a well-designed outdoor space at a Marin cottage or Atherton manse a tremendous ...

Longtime user of the La Jolla trail and the volunteer group that maintains it disagree on what’s best for the ecosystems ...

There are so many things making up the story of a unit within the National Park System, including plants, animals, and ...

One resident urged the city to reconsider the resolution and put forth solutions that help pollinators year round instead.

Gardeners can learn about the benefits of native plants and add them to their collection at an upcoming event — part of a ...

As a plant ecologist, Alison knew he had to get a sample of the flower. But when he returned to the same spot, a week later, ...

Native plants in the garden bring beauty and comfort when I’m feeling a bit desperate about the state of the world.

Clumping grasses add a vertical element to the landscape. Plus, if you enjoy bird watching, native grasses are a great choice.