California winters might not reflect the snow-blanketed hills and “White Christmas” atmosphere of the holiday carols and movies, but they certainly bring about cooler temperatures and increased rainfall. With the loss of leaves and winter dormancy that so...
With the Garden Full of Winter Interest, you’ll find new and exciting varieties of plants that can be grown in winter–inside or out. With so much focus on spring, summer, and even fall gardens, it’s easy to forget that they can be just as beautiful...
Find the perfect gardening gifts for any occasion. From garden tools to herb kits, we have a variety of gardening gifts for home and office that will make any gardener happy! Since most of us are still stuffed with turkey, why not relax and get some holiday shopping...
The perfect landscape design ideas for your garden, patio, porch, or yard. We’ve got you covered with inspiring photos of great landscapes and the best plants for your backyard. Is it time to give your Walnut Creek landscape design some love? Maybe you just...
Gardening in November can be a great way to get outdoors and enjoy the beautiful fall colors in your garden. November is a great time for planting bulbs, perennials, and shrubs. It is also a good time to mulch to help protect plants from winter damage. In November you...
Vertical gardening isn’t just for small spaces. In gardens of any size, vertical growing serves to bring plants and flowers to eye level, enclose garden spaces, frame doorways or openings, and create mystery. You can grow vertically with vines, wall planters,...
The sun is shining, the birds are chirping, and the backyard is… boring. You’ve been wanting to add new landscaping elements to freshen up the yard, but don’t have the time to care for any more plants. What’s a homeowner to do? If this sounds like you, you...
2021 has been a revolutionary era for landscape architects to embrace new and exciting landscaping trends. In the aftermath of the coronavirus pandemic and the escalating concerns about the delta variant, Americans are spending a significant amount of time shut in...
Welcome, September! Does the rapidly approaching end to summer give you the blues, or are you ready for fall? I, for one, am looking forward to fall. The cooler temperatures will be a welcome relief not only for us, but for our plants too! Plus, it’s a great...
Drought-friendly Plants are a beautiful and water-saving option for homeowners in hot climates. From neatly aligned succulents and cacti to a full vibrant explosion of California native plants, the options for drought-friendly landscaping can be adapted to any style...
