Whether you’re looking to enjoy holiday light displays, shop for holly and Christmas trees, hone your interior design skills or explore the Santa Cruz Mountains in winter, you’ll find plenty of ...

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This sunny annual flower is a favorite among gardeners, but you probably didn't know that hummingbirds love it, too. Plant ...

When the frosts and freezes set in and the garden falls quiet, it’s easy to think nothing stirs beyond the hedges. But look a little closer, and you’ll see glimmers of birdlife among the bare branches ...

Bright orange California poppies and other colorful wild flowers fill the meadow at the. (Courtesy photo) Santa Barbara ...

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Both wind chimes and water fountains make your garden a sensory retreat. They add quiet sounds that encourage mindfulness and ...

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Winter is a great time to feed birds in your backyard with a suet feeder. Just make sure the suet stays fresh and the feeder ...

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A common misconception is that shopping for garden lovers means sticking to practical tools. I am a (noun) garden lover who ...