Make some shopping expeditions to your favorite nurseries to select water-conserving trees, shrubs, and perennials.

To begin prepping geraniums for May’s outdoor containers, starting about March 1, trim the plants back a little, removing all ...

Being more purposeful about planting our landscapes to enjoy their natural beauty during all four seasons is a relatively ...

I have picked out a couple of hanging plants to grow from your suggestions. Now I’m bold enough to try some upright plants, if you will give me some suggestions.

The newest and coolest plants available to local gardeners are always stars of the show, including evergreen shade-loving ...

It is too early to plant many plants, but this is the season to plant bare-root plants and cool-season perennials. One of the ...

By Felder Rushing Gardening Columnist Winter weather’s effects on the garden getting to you? Not this jaded horticulturist, ...

In case you have any memory left, you may remember a column we had on a page like this 25 or more years ago. The subject was ...

The UC Master Gardeners of Butte County are part of the University of California Cooperative Extension system, serving our ...

Spring trees begin to bloom this issue. Trees are noble works of nature, and we are humbled by their greatness. While walking ...

Take your indoor garden to the next level. Include some colorful houseplants for some added interest throughout the year.

A garden that stays full and vibrant in every season relies on plants that keep their foliage no matter the weather. Evergreen shrubs provide structure, colour, and texture, making them perfect for ...