Despite the desert environment of the Coachella Valley, most of the landscaping here is predominantly made up of non-native and even tropical plants. Although aesthetically pleasing, these plants, ...

Summer heat in the Coachella Valley can be challenging for gardeners, but certain plants can thrive with proper care. Experts advise planting established plants or heat-tolerant varieties like melons, ...

What are some dry land farming methods? Pick up tips for selecting desert-hardy vegetable varieties for a dry climate and tactics for successful growing. Earth’s climate is in a perpetual state of ...

We like to use our gardens not just for growing plants but to give us a beautiful space to enjoy the outdoors. Gardeners like to decorate their spaces just like we decorate our homes. Decorations make ...

Q: Are there any chestnut trees that can grow well in our hot climate and produce edible chestnuts? We would like to plant one in our backyard but wanted to make sure they can take the weather. What ...

Simple, sustainable, and deeply restorative, this landscaping trend offers up a stylish way of living well outside ...

Growing a lush lawn in the desert can feel like a losing battle. With the proper care, the warm-season Bermuda, zoysia and bahia grasses can hold up fairly well during summer, but when the weather ...

Amanda Weidner, the horticulture specialist with the CSU Pueblo County Extension Office, provides a guide on how to create a ...

Israel’s success in the Negev debunks the myth of a hopeless desert and replaces it with a message of possibility. When ...

Garden tools make our lives easier, but they may not last long if you leave them outside. The harsh desert sun and occasional rain are enough to cause rust and destroy tool handles. To protect your ...

The driest desert, now adorned with a breathtaking array of flowers, is a sight to behold. This unexpected transformation, sparked by the rare occurrence of rains in North Chile, has turned a portion ...