Plan for the size your plants will be once they’re fully grown, not just their scale at the time of planting. “Think about how plants will grow in,” advises Millhouse. “Overcrowding [when planting] ...

When we visit botanical gardens or even the homes of friends who have particularly green thumbs, we might wonder what it is that works so well in their gardens that isn't working in ours. There's a ...

If you’re outdoor gardening, one thing is certain — regardless of anything else, your plants will need watering, and a quality garden hose can be a great tool. But with so many options out there — ...

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If you’re a new homeowner dreaming about overhauling your outdoor space, or want to spruce up your backyard but haven’t had time, maybe you’re ready to hire a landscape designer. Like an interior ...

For an easy DIY home project that costs relatively little —and makes a big impact—we recommend investing in a set of landscaping garden lights. Installation can be as quick as pushing stakes in the ...

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Gardening is one of the true simple pleasures in life: There’s nothing quite like getting outside, digging into the soil and tending to your plants. But as enjoyable as the act of gardening is, doing ...

Be nice to the Earth: scraps to soil In honor of North Bay Zero Waste Week, Sonoma County Master Gardeners is hosting an event featuring hands-on activities, workshops and giveaways for all ages from ...

Don't let your outdoor spaces make a bad impression! First impressions start before guests even walk through the front door, which means having your landscape shipshape is of the utmost importance.