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Winter Landscape Chores: A Seasonal Guide

January 9th, 2025
Winter, a season often associated with tranquility and hibernation, presents challenges for gardeners and landscape enthusiasts. While the garden may appear dormant, much must be done to ensure its health and vitality.
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Transforming Your Landscape: Part 3

January 9th, 2025
As cooler weather finally arrives, bringing a refreshing break from our valley's scorching summer, it's a welcome shift for both us and our gardens.
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Western redbud and pipevine swallowtail. Photo from Nancy Gilbert, California Native Plant Society
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Help Desk—Planning a Pollinator Garden

December 16th, 2024
Question: I want to plan a pollinator garden and was wondering what I need to do? Planting a pollinator garden is a good thing to do because pollinators have been in a decline for several decades. No insects will result in no food.
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