The UC Master Gardeners of Butte County are part of the University of California Cooperative Extension system, serving our ...

The arborvitae hedge lining your fence. The bark mulch you refreshed last spring. The ornamental grasses swaying beautifully at the edge of your patio. These are some of the most common landscaping ...

We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Learn More › Wildfire preparation is an unfortunate reality in the dry Southwest. Yet in a time when ...

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Rising temperatures and record-setting wildfire activity are changing how Americans think about their outdoor spaces. In January alone, 2,128 fires scorched over 64,000 acres, ranking as the third ...

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Fire-resistant plants don’t have to mean colourless or sparse, as choosing the right ones can shape both form and function in the landscape. Plants like California fuchsia, lavender and agave retain ...