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Manzanita, a Spanish word which translates to "little apple," named for its green and red berries, is one of the most attractive and recognizable members of the California flora.

Can you get a whole ecosystem to fit on your patio?  You can if you use your imagination and a little creativity.

California Wild Lilac, Ceanothus, is one of the most popular native plants for landscapes. This group of evergreen woody shrubs is full of diversity, known for its deep green foliage and vibrant flowers.

These popular, colorful native perennials will add year-round interest and texture to your California garden.

Flowering plants and pollinating insects have evolved together over time, each depending on the other for survival and reproduction. By mimicking nature in your garden, you can attract these beneficial insects...

Using decidious shrubs in your landscape is an excellent way to dramatize the effects of the seasons and add depth and character to your garden.

Can't wait until the fall to plant? This list highlights regional, Baja and desert plants that can tolerate being planted in the hot summer months.

The genus Eriogonum (air-ee-og-uh-num) is the largest in California. Almost 100 species are native to California and range from annuals to shrubs.

Here are a few things you can be thinking about and doing in your garden during the short days of Fall approaching Winter…

As an adaptation to the arid climate in which they grow, many California native plants have high concentrations of oils that are very pleasantly fragrant.