Proper Pruning in Late Spring
By Cleveland Powell. Trimming is not required for plants to be healthy. But when done strategically it can enhance the look of your summer landscape. With recent rainfall, high humidity […]
Weeds of Summer
By Brad Wier. A wet spring has welcomed a host of warm-season volunteers to your yard. Recent rain and the longest days of the year make great growing conditions not […]
Lots of Leaves
By Kevin Pride. Thanks to Mother Nature’s generosity, trees, shrubs, vines and grass are flush with foliage. Literally all of them. Not exactly the most fire choice. And yes, there […]
Do’s and Don’ts of Mulch
By Gail Dugelby. Mulch is a vital component of a successful garden and landscape. When applied correctly, there are significant pros to using it to help your plants and trees. […]
Perfectly Planted Perennials
By Sasha Kodet, SAWS Conservation Planner. New to gardening? Follow these easy steps to a garden full of perfectly planted perennials that will continue to delight year after year. Water […]
How to Tame Your Rain-Revived Wildscape
By Brad Wier. Recent storms were no drought-buster, but they certainly greened up our gardens. Time to tidy up — your neighbors will thank you! A visiting friend marveled at […]
The principles of pH
By Miguel Rios. Ever had trouble growing vegetables or struggled with plants not reaching their true potential? You may have labored to achieve perfect watering schedules, only to find your […]
Primrose: A Summer Sleeper
By Kevin Pride, SAWS Conservation Field Investigator. Though it’s less common than winter dormancy, some plants — like pink evening primrose — snooze over summer and burst forth come fall. […]
Propagating Agave Pups
By Carlos Paris. If you have a mature agave, keep an eye out for little offshoots — aka “pups” — popping up. These small succulents are a snap to transplant. […]
Space-Challenged Landscape? Contain Yourself
By David Abrego. More than just conserving space, container gardening also offers portability and creative freedom. Not everyone has the yard for a grand garden. But you can work with […]