Air plants bloom only once, their small pink, coral, purple or white flowers signaling their impending death. But no worries: ...

Increasing soil aggregation or improving soil structure helps in several ways. Aggregates hold water due to increased soil ...

Plants store 786 km³ water and cycle it back to the atmosphere in 5–18 days. New study reveals their critical role in the ...

A new study led by scientists in the Schmid College of Science and Technology at Chapman University provides the first ...

As winter sets in, many plant enthusiasts are left wondering how to protect their beloved greenery from the harsh cold.

As succulents, aloe vera plants are adapted to storing water. Unlike your tomatoes, which may wilt on a hot day even when ...

Aged bark fines are another soil amendment. They are softwood mulch, screened from aged bark, so they contain a high level of organic matter content. This mulch has the ability to retain moisture and ...

As I drive to and from winter recreation sites in the Central Gorge and nearby mountains, I can’t help but notice the native ...

As the days grow shorter and temperatures begin to dip, it’s time for gardeners in Marin County to prepare for winter.

Recent technological advancements have led to the development of more sophisticated soil sensors and probes, making them ...