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NEWS: February Meeting, "Nature Restoration Landscaping" w/ Dennis Mudd

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Jan 1

FROM THE ARCHIVES: Trees, Please! - Premature Obituary

On June 2nd, 1898 American humorist Mark Twain was quoted as follows: “The report of my death was an exaggeration.” If trees could talk the

Dec 1, 2020

FROM THE ARCHIVES: Please Leave My Leaves (Alone!)

I must confess I’ve got a thing about leaves. Certainly the leaves on trees, plants and flowers – green ones, gold, burgundy, and silver –

Nov 1, 2020

FROM THE ARCHIVES: Going Wild With Natives - Coast Aster

When you wish upon a star – think of an aster. Indeed, the English word “aster” is derived from the Latin astrum, meaning star.

Oct 1, 2020

FROM THE ARCHIVES: Greywater - Re-using “Waste” Water Can Reduce Irrigation Water Needs

Greywater is defined as “any wastewater generated in the home, except water from toilets.” Laundry, shower, sink, and dish water comprise up

Sep 1, 2020

FROM THE ARCHIVES: Sharing Secrets

While the new editor of the Sharing Secrets column gets trained by the retiring editor in the ins and outs of the job, you can still enjoy l

Aug 1, 2020

(NOT) FROM THE ARCHIVES: Gold Medallion Tree

This article first appeared in the October 2006 issue of Pacific Horticulture Magazine written by Steve Brigham. Since it could have, just a

Jul 1, 2020

FROM THE ARCHIVES: Nepenthes - Common Ways to Grow an Uncommon Plant

Carnivorous plants inspire a sense of awe, but often accompanying that awe is the slightest bit of intimidation. Most people are under the a

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January 2021