These drought-tolerant plans are perfect for Sonoma County’s summer dry climate. But how do you care for them? Question: After losing several plants to the drought, I plan to replace many of them with ...

True grit and beauty can be a tough combination to achieve, especially in the garden. If you want unique, colorful, and textural plants that handle the heat and won’t bust your water bill, look to the ...

Chic succulents are still on trend along the Front Range — and for good reasons. These architectural plants are practically perfect. “Succulents make sense for the Front Range because they are ...

In this column, we report substantial progress in developing a garden bed for a collection of Mangaves. We have become accustomed to regarding Mangaves as hybrids of two closely related genera: Agave ...

Landscape style is as personal as the clothes you wear or the furniture in your home. A successful landscape should reflect your taste — from color and texture to function and comfort. Whether you’re ...

The popularity of succulents in gardens and homes continues to grow, but a lot of plants die from being over-loved. Linnea Lion, Contra Costa Master Gardener, has some tips on how to grow your ...

A garden is filled with succulents and cacti. - Amanda Alamsyah/Shutterstock Creating beautiful garden designs isn't just about adding a lot of colorful flowers, it's also about combining different ...