Nurturing soil is one of the best things you can do as gardener.  Plants thrive in soil that is teeming with life. Learn why this really matters and how to modify your soils to improve plant health and reduce disease and pests.

Do you love wildlife, pollinators, and birds, and would like to enjoy their activities in your landscape?  Are you ready to lower your water bill, and spend less on fertilizers and pesticides as well?  Alice Cantelow will teach you how to choose and add colorful, easy-care native plants to your garden.

Save water and help your trees thrive at the same time. It's possible when you learn smart irrigation techniques, the magic of mulch, and how low-water landscapes and shady trees are a perfect pair. Even with the winter rains, our summers are always hot and dry and these tips are useful every year for water... Read more »