Mulching for winter matters more than you think. We talked to an expert to find out when, how, and why to do it right.

Mulch is an essential element of any permaculture garden. This video shares 11 natural mulches perfect for permaculture growing, including the best options for annuals versus perennials and key ...

Unlock the secret to thriving container gardens with the perfect soil mix! In this video, we show you how to create a nutrient-rich, well-draining soil blend that helps your vegetables grow healthier, ...

Generous rains in December and early January made for early blooming hillsides and canyons. Already, hoary-leaf Ceanothus ( Ceanothus crassifolius) is showing its ivory-white colored flowers, soon to ...

If you want healthy food, experts say to eat what's local, organic and in-season. Those foods benefit the planet too, because ...

Don't just grab any fertilizer. Learn the differences between organic, natural, and synthetic options to make the best choice ...

As winter wanes and the first signs of spring begin to emerge, many home gardeners find themselves itching to dig into the ...

The old adage is that “if it blooms in the late summer or fall, you dig and divide it in late winter or very early spring.” ...

But snow cover provides a heavy blanket of winter mulch that insulates the soil, prevents heat from escaping and keeps soil ...

WHILE temperatures remain low and the rain keeps pouring, gardeners are worried about protecting their beloved plants from ...

Discover what to plant, sow and harvest this month ...

A desire to encourage local residents to dig into composting for themselves is behind the SCREC’s partnership with OC Waste & ...