A landscape needs “bones” — plants that anchor the overall look throughout the year, not just during the growing season in spring and summer. Evergreens typically form the “bones” of a good landscape ...

If we were to play the word association game and I said, “conifer,” you might immediately respond with “Christmas tree.” I must admit that the Rockefeller Center tree at this time of year is ...

This time of year when nearly every deciduous tree and ornamental plant is mostly nude, providing interest only from structure and bark, it's a perfect time to turn our attention to the incredible ...

In lieu of broadleaf deciduous trees that release their autumn glory only to reveal barren branches, Sara Malone has opted for a host of conifers that never stand stark in the winter landscape but ...

CHICO — Chico Horticultural Society will meet Wednesday, Jan. 22 at the Chico library, East First and Sherman avenues. There will be refreshments served at 9:30 a.m. and the program will begin at 10 o ...

The weather forecast has several days with morning lows in the 60s, which is a cause for celebration. We can look for those long-lost fleece vests and, even better, it gives horticulturists like The ...

Your first thought of shrubs for your home is probably the staples like hollies or ligustrums and showy bloomers like azaleas, rhododendrons or camellias. Those are great choices, but also consider ...

When morning lows get into the 50s and below, it’s a cause for celebration. We can look for those long-lost fleece vests and, even better, it gives horticulturists like The Garden Guy the ticket to ...

There is nothing that adds a thrill to the winter landscape quite like conifers. Much to the chagrin of my wife, I could be forever happy gardening among conifers. I love green selections, blue-gray ...