Despite February’s often cool, damp, and dreary days, it is a harbinger that spring is only a month away and can inspire North Bay gardeners to begin planning, preparing and getting an early start ...

A surprising gardening technique challenges traditional care methods and suggests a new way to unlock better flavor, ...

Generous rains in December and early January made for early blooming hillsides and canyons. Already, hoary-leaf Ceanothus ( Ceanothus crassifolius) is showing its ivory-white colored flowers, soon to ...

There were several of us situated in a simple dwelling. I slept in a corner on a mat with a pillow and blanket, and otherwise had everything I needed right in my bag. I might have been far from home, ...

The 10 essential gardening jobs you should do in February - These are the gardening jobs you should focus on to get your ...

Fruit plants can bring soluble fiber, the kind that gels in water and helps slow digestion, into everyday meals, and they ...

February jobs set up stronger roots, cleaner growth, and fewer spring setbacks, turning garden stress into steady seasonal ...

Proper pruning enhances the beauty of almost any landscape tree or shrub, while improper pruning can greatly reduce or ruin its landscape potential.

Winter is the prime season for planting and pruning fruit trees, and a little thoughtful work now pays off in healthier trees and better fruit later. When pruning mature trees, […] ...

Growing a citrus tree indoors can be a rewarding experience. It brings a touch of the tropics into your home, while also providing delicious, fresh fruits. Adequate sunlight, well-draining soil, and ...

A guide to when and how to prune fan-trained fruit trees for healthy trees and bumper crops, including tips for training ...