Many gardeners are looking to incorporate burgundy and red foliage into their garden, and regrettably the list of these plants is a short one. One such notable shrub is Physocarpus opulifolius ...

One of my favorite native flowering shrubs is Pacific ninebark, Physocarpus capitatus. This wonderful pollinator plant that is native to Northern California can be found throughout Humboldt County.

DEAR GARDEN COACH: I have a very shady spot where ferns and nasturtium are happily growing; I would love to pull the nasturtiums out and add other plants that like shade. I want to keep it as a dry ...

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May is the month when the open landscape of winter and spring is filled in. The hard edges have been softened by layer upon layer of growth, creating a living Monet canvas. Tending the garden becomes ...

Witnessing last week's display of frost on the garden always reminds me that garden interest in winter goes far beyond early-flowering perennials, bulbs, etc. On another note, have you noticed the ...