In places like California, the hot and dry summer is actually the most difficult season for plants to survive. However, if you use native trees and shrubs such as the California Fan Palm, then your landscape should be able to survive the harsh weather.
Winter may be a different story. Though mild, a California winter could still affect your landscape, so here are a few tips to help your plants make it through.Read More
A beautiful landscape can be pleasing to both the property owner as well as guests and passersby. However, a sustainable landscape has several benefits. For one thing, it is better for the planet in general. Second, it is easier to maintain, so your landscape will continue to be appealing as the months and years pass. Here are a few tips for creating a sustainable landscape at your home or business.Read More
If you live in the southwest US, you face some unique challenges to having a well-manicured yard. Here are a few dos and don’ts to help you have an attractive landscape, even under drought conditions.Read More
The California Fan Palm, or Washingtonia filifera, is a hearty tree that is native to California. In other words, you are not going to need to water it often because it is used to the arid conditions in the southwestern part of the US. However, if you experience a particularly hot and dry summer or if you have other trees and shrubs that need more water, harvesting rainwater can help. Here are a few tips.Read More
If you live in California or across the Southwest US, you need to think about conserving water when you plan your landscaping. Here are four tips to help you create a beautiful yard without draining the area’s precious water supply.Read More
California is always on a mission to save water, especially during the dry summer months. That’s why a 55-gallon restriction on indoor water use is being encouraged. Now outdoors is a totally different story. You want your yard to look nice, right? Doesn’t that take a lot of water? It doesn’t have to!Read More
