Tucked away in a picturesque valley just 10 miles from the Pacific Ocean sits Lompoc, a charming town that might be the state’s most underrated outdoor paradise. The locals pronounce it “Lom-poke,” ...

While pruning in fall is ideal for some plants, for others, it could cause damage, eliminate a winter food source, or prevent ...

Roses, hollies, camellias, and more can be propagated with semi-hardwood cuttings this fall, with details on timing, rooting ...

Tulip trees offer year-round shade, beautiful flowers and stunning fall foliage. Consider growing this ornamental tree if it ...

Phenology is the study of seasonal changes in plants and animals from year to year, such as when flowers bloom, birds nest or ...

In the late 1970s, Dick Lindholm looked out at a hayfield on his Metropolitan Road property and saw a golf course. So he ...

Related: The Historic Small Town in California that’s Perfect for a Weekend Getaway Ocean Beach Park, closer to town, provides another coastal option with dunes, wetlands, and beach access perfect for ...

Even after the summer growing season ends, gardeners can still sow veggies, like kale or carrots, in late-season gardens.

As the vibrant colors of summer and autumn fade from our gardens, it’s easy to assume that all outdoor life has gone dormant.

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

Perennial plants survive from one growing season to the next, regrowing from their roots each spring. Discover gorgeous, fast-growing perennials that provide quick color and texture for shade gardens.

Plant annuals, including petunias, Aztec marigolds, cosmos, sweet alyssum, sunflowers, and others, in your gravel garden for ...